Family Season

Visit the Virginia Rep Center for Arts and Education at 4204 Hermitage Rd. for magical shows that will create memories your family will treasure. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory will be presented at the November Theatre, 114 W. Broad.

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2023/24 Season

• Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience
  Based on Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed book by Mo Willems; Published by Hyperion Books for Children; Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems; Music by Deborah Wicks LaPuma
  Directed by Todd D. Norris
  Dude! A special lesson and fabulous rock show all in one, Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience has energetic songs, quirky characters, and a fantastic story by popular author Mo Willems.
  Most appreciated by ages 5 - 10.
  Apr. 12 - May 5, 2024


• Dragons Love Tacos
  By Ernie Nolan; Based on the book by Adam Rubin with illustrations by Daniel Salmieri; Published by Penguin Group; Produced by special arrangement with Plays for New Audiences; With music by Chris LaPorte
  Directed by Kära Ernst-Schalk
  Enjoy the fun when a boy and his dog get caught up in what to feed dragons. Who knew that dragons LOVE tacos?
  Most appreciated by ages 4 - 7.
  Jul. 12 - Aug. 4, 2024

2024/25 Season

Grace for President
Based on the book by Kelly S. DiPucchio; Book, Music and Lyrics by Joan Cushing

When Grace’s teacher reveals that the United States has never had a female president, Grace decides she wants to be president and inspires a school election. While campaigning, Grace and her classmates discover what it takes to be the best candidate and find the hilarity in the wonderful world of politics! This timely story gives a fun introduction to the American electoral system, and teaches the value of hard work, courage, and independent thought.
Oct. 12 - Nov. 3, 2024

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
A MUSICAL FOR ALL AGES AT THE NOVEMBER THEATRE
Music by Marc Shaiman, Lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, Book by David Greig, Based on the book by Roald Dahl

When Charlie Bucket finds one of the five golden tickets to the Wonka Chocolate Factory, he and the other winners cannot wait to explore this world of sweets, treats, and pure imagination. But once inside, they embark on an extraordinary journey through Willy Wonka’s marvelously madcap mind and soon discover that nobody leaves this factory the same way that they arrived. This whimsical musical is fun for the entire family.
Nov. 30, 2024 - Jan. 5, 2025

Love That Dog
Adapted by Andrew Frank and Jason Howard; Based on the book Love That Dog by Sharon Creech

Based on the best-selling kids’ book by Newbery Medal-winning author Sharon Creech, this compelling one-person show tells the story of a boy and his dog as he discovers the power of his own voice. Weaving poetry by Robert Frost, William Carlos Williams and Walter Dean Myers, it’s an utterly delightful and surprisingly moving experience for audiences of all ages.
Feb. 8 - Mar. 2, 2025

Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus
Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems; Music by Deborah Wicks La Puma; Based on the book Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! by Mo Willems

This show is even more fun than staying up late! It’s not easy being the Pigeon — you never get to do anything! But when the Bus Driver has a crisis that threatens to make her passengers late, maybe that wily bird can do something. Featuring an innovative mix of songs, and feathers, this musical is sure to get everyone’s wings flapping.
Apr. 19 - MAY 11, 2025