One of the things I love most about being a blogger in Chicago is being invited to opening performances of the Chicago Children’s Theatre. They graciously allow me to bring one of my children and the entire evening turns into a magical date night with one of my sons. Attending the opening performance of Harold and the Purple Crayon with my 6th year old last week was magical, mesmerizing, and to quote my son “definitely worth the drive into the city”.
Harold and the Purple Crayon teaches young audiences that anything is possible with a crayon and a big imagination. Meet Harold, a curious four year old boy who, armed with his trusty purple crayon, has the power to create a world of his own simply by drawing it. This imaginative musical uses breathtaking animation, inventive puppetry, and original music to bring Harold’s purple-hued world to life; it is perfect for introducing young children to theatre while simultaneously captivating their older companions.
My son and I both loved the colorful animation and special effects. Harold brought trees, dragons, the sea, picnics, space, and even crayon eaters to life with his entertaining drawings and wild imagination.
Go See Harold and the Purple Crayon!
The Ruth Page Center for Arts
October 11 – November 4, 2012
1016 N. Dearborn St.
Buy Tickets Here.
Beverly Arts Center
November 7 – 11, 2012
2401 W. 111th St. Chicago, IL
Buy Tickets Here.
North Shore Center for the Performing Arts
November 14 – 18, 2012
9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL
Buy Tickets Here.
Special Performances on Thursdays and Fridays
Thursday Nights – Don’t miss Thursday night Piece Pizza Parties at Harold and the Purple Crayon. Enjoy delicious Piece Pizza and IZZE Juice before the show. Only $20 a ticket (includes pizza party and performance!)
Friday Nights -Bring your children on Friday nights for Pajama Parties with Wishcraft at Harold and the Purple Crayon. After the show use your imagination to create something amazing, just like Harold does in the show! Only $25 a ticket (includes craft party and performance!)
You and your children will not be disappointed.
