Magik Theatre Presents Well-liked Mo Willems’ Musical Elephant & Piggie’s ‘We’re in a Play’ Beginning Feb 1st
Rejoice Your Greatest Friendships with Magik Theatre’s Hilarious Mo Willems’ Musical Elephant and Piggie’s ‘We’re in a Play!’
Invite your pals to a distinct form of play date with Magik Theatre’s Elephant and Piggie’s ‘We Are in a Play!’ operating February 1 – March 23. Gerald the Elephant and Piggie the Pig are “bestus” associates on this rollicking musical based mostly on Mo Willems’ beloved, award-winning “Elephant and Piggie” books. When the duo will get invited to a celebration hosted by The Squirrelles—a trio of fun-loving, singing squirrels—it looks as if the makings of an ideal day. However Gerald is nervous this huge alternative may create huge issues for his or her friendship. Piggie doesn’t share her elephant pal’s concern, actually, she’s even happier and extra excited than traditional. To ensure that each the buddies to have a very good time, they need to work (and sing and dance) collectively to beat obstacles and assist one another on a day when something is feasible.
“Gerald and Piggie couldn’t be extra completely different—one is cautious and considerate, whereas the opposite is playful and impulsive,” says director Jenny Lavery. “However their bond exhibits us that variations don’t divide us, as an alternative they will convey us nearer collectively.” Lavery directs Ethan Hart (Gerald) and Sami Serrano (Piggie), in addition to Amy Bouquet, Lexie Williams, and Hannah Rodriguez because the Squirrelles. Sarah Bailey serves as musical director and Tanesha Payne is the manufacturing’s choreographer for the colourful musical numbers.
Audiences ages 3 and up will get a kick out of this humorous, heartwarming story of two associates navigating life’s surprising events. All through the musical’s run, Magik Theatre is offering loads of methods to have a day trip simply as thrilling and particular because the one Piggie and Gerald embark on. From a gap evening get together in Hemisfair Park with cookies & cocoa and children crafts, to add-on experiences like a post-show backstage tour with the forged and pop-up ice cream socials on the weekends, there are many methods to boost the household enjoyable.
Aspiring younger actors may even be taught what it takes to carry out on the stage with this season’s new Magik Monday, a sequence of workshops impressed by the present efficiency and designed to spark creativity and construct confidence. February’s Elephant and Piggie workshop will introduce college students to performing via thrilling video games and workout routines, with the prospect to rehearse brief scenes as properly.
With the current opening of a devoted quiet room, Magik continues its dedication to creating theatre accessible to everybody. The quiet room, which formally opened in late 2024, consists of cozy, specialised furnishings, calming decor, a TV broadcasting the present efficiency in actual time, and sensory toys to permit overwhelmed or overstimulated viewers members to simply take a break from the present with out lacking out on the remainder of the theatre expertise. The brand new area provides to different efforts Magik has made to grow to be a Kulture Metropolis licensed Sensory Inclusive Venue, in addition to its ongoing particular performances to accommodate these with particular wants and monetary constraints.
For household enjoyable, a number of laughs, and catchy tunes, Elephant and Piggie’s ‘We’re in a Play!’ is actually an ideal option to have your individual good day. Elephant and Piggie’s ‘We’re in a Play!’ is predicated on the Mo Willems books of the identical identify, printed by Hyperion Books, with ebook and lyrics by Willems and music by Deborah Wicks La Puma, introduced by particular association with Music Theatre Worldwide.
SPECIAL EVENTS & ADD-ON EXPERIENCES
Opening Night time Occasion within the Park | Saturday, February 1, 4:30 p.m., present at 6:30 p.m.
Rejoice the primary efficiency of Elephant and Piggie’s ‘We’re in a Play!’ with a free, pre-show get together at Hemisfair Park simply outdoors Magik Theatre. Visitors can get pleasure from sizzling chocolate and cookies as they groove to a kid-friendly, parent-approved pop music playlist, get their faces painted, and make their very own Elephant and Piggie puppets to take dwelling! Whereas the get together is free and open to the general public, the following efficiency is ticketed.
Backstage Expertise Add-On | Accessible after performances*
(*Excluding different particular occasions such because the opening evening Occasion within the Park)
In the event you or your little theatre buddy want the efficiency didn’t have to finish, Magik has a brand-new option to lengthen the, properly, magic. For a small extra charge, viewers members can now stick round after the present to get a 15-minute guided tour of the set, props, and costumes, plus meet the forged and pose for an onstage picture with them. Price: $15 per particular person.
Ice Cream Social Add-On | Accessible earlier than weekend performances
However wait, there may be extra! Sweeten the expertise with Magik’s new Ice Cream Social pre-show perk! Visitors can chow on their alternative of vanilla, chocolate or strawberry ice cream, full with toppings then seize the second in pictures with the adorably loveable Elephant & Piggie! Price: $15 per particular person.
Magik Monday: Act It Out with Elephant and Piggie | Monday, February 24, at 6:00 p.m.
Designed to spark creativity and construct confidence, this class introduces younger performers in grades 1-5 to the fundamentals of performing in a playful and supportive atmosphere. Elephant and Piggie’s ‘We’re in a Play!’ offers the inspiration for thrilling performing video games, improvisation, and easy scene performing. Price: $35 per particular person.
SPECIAL PERFORMANCES
Pay What You Want Efficiency | Saturday, February 8, at 2 p.m.
As a part of Magik Theatre’s mission to make theatre accessible to everybody, the group holds one donation-based efficiency. Tickets are solely out there on the door on February 8.
Sensory Pleasant Efficiency | Saturday, February 15, at 10 a.m.
Viewers members on the autism spectrum and people with sensory sensitivities can soak up a particular efficiency of Elephant and Piggie’s ‘We’re in a Play!’ designed only for them. Youngsters and adults are free to be themselves on this relaxed, judgment-free theatre expertise that may be a good introduction to attending a efficiency.
ASL Interpreted Efficiency | Saturday, February 22, at 2 p.m.
Patrons who talk with ASL can attend this efficiency that includes Robert Cardoza, the San Antonio theatre group’s main American Signal Language interpreter.
Educator Appreciation Day | Sunday, March 2 at 3 p.m.
Educators and faculty college are eligible for one free ticket to this efficiency with proof of I.D. Further tickets can be found to buy for these performances at a reduction of 20% off the common ticket costs.
Army and First Responders Appreciation Day | Saturday, March 22 at 2 p.m.
Service members with a legitimate army ID should buy discounted $18 tickets to this efficiency.
2024-2025 TICKET OPTIONS
Magik Theatre provides a number of methods for patrons to expertise the most effective youngsters’s theatre in San Antonio. Magik is a cherished arts establishment that has been offering households with skilled, accessible, literature-based theatre and training since 1994. Situated in Hemisfair Park, households can catch the present, get pleasure from a day of play exploring Yanaguana Backyard, seize a meal at one of many many eating places on website and make Magikal recollections. Season subscriptions, Flex Passes, and single ticket gross sales can be found now.
SEASON SUBSCRIPTION PRICING
Two Present Subscription $41 per particular person
Season ticket holders will even have entry to sneak peek performances, particular VIP invites and different surprises all through the season along with their ticket for Elephant and Piggie’s ‘We’re in a Play!’ and ¡Lotería: Sport On!. No charges to change unexpired tickets to a different date. Expires June 1, 2025.
FLEX PASS PRICING
A Flex Move is a package deal of 10 tickets that can be utilized for any manufacturing at Magik Theatre. Flex passes can be utilized any approach patrons want all through the season. Use them one or two at a time, or all collectively. No charges to change unexpired tickets to a different date. Not legitimate for summer time performances at Charline McCombs Empire Theatre. Expires June 1, 2025.
SINGLE TICKETS
$25 for adults
$20 for kids (ages 2-17), Army, Seniors, Educators & College students
Youngsters beneath 2 years previous are free.
Buy season subscriptions, flex passes, and single tickets on-line, by way of telephone (210) 227-2751, and in particular person at Magik Theatre’s Field Workplace (420 S Alamo, 78205). Field Workplace hours are Monday-Friday, 9 am – 5 pm.
If a toddler beneath 2 makes use of a seat, even a automobile or booster seat, the patron should pay for a common admission ticket. Group charges can be found for events of ten or extra individuals. For questions and additional inquiries, contact tickets@magiktheatre.org.
MAGIK THEATRE
A skilled theatre for younger audiences established in 1994, Magik Theatre’s mission is to create theatrical experiences that ignite creativeness, spark curiosity, encourage empathy, and foster a lifetime love of studying in younger individuals. For extra data, go to magiktheatre.org, or Fb, Instagram and Twitter @TheMagikTheatre.
