Ferdinand the Bull | The Velveteen Rabbit | The BFG | Honk!
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2010 - 2011 Season
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October 1 - 17, 2010
at the Empire Theatre
Based on the book The Story of Ferdinand by Munro Leaf and Robert Lawson
Written by Karen Zacarías; Music by Deborah Wicks La Puma
Part of our Hispanic Theatre Project
A hilarious, bilingual family musical about an unusual bull who doesn't want to fight and butt heads like all the other bulls – he just wants to take care of his beloved flowers. Young Duquito Danilo dreams of being a dancer, while his father plans to make Danilo a great Spanish bullfighter. When the Duque comes looking for the toughest toro for his son's bullfight in Madrid, he mistakenly picks Ferdinand. Ferdinand the Bull is anexuberant romp about being yourself and refusing to be bullied into acting like someone you're not. Integrating Spanish, flamenco dancing and original music, kids and adults will love the clever wordplay, comical characters and lively music! APROX. 1 HOUR Suggested for ages 3+
Single Tickets: $14-$18
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November 26, 2010 - January 9, 2011
at Willow Lawn
by Burgess Clark; Based on the Book by Margery Williams
In this delightful and moving adapation of The Velveteen Rabbit, a beautiful velveteen rabbit is gifted to a young boy on Christmas morning. On his first night in the nursery, the velveteen rabbit meets all the other toys ands learns about becoming real. Soon the velveteen rabbit and the boy are having adventures in Africa and flying through the clouds! When the boy becomes ill, the velveteen rabbit, must help him recover. After the boy is better, Nana declares all his toys must be burned because they are full of germs. But, just before the velveteen rabbit is going to be put on the bonfire, the Nursery Fairy comes and turns him into a real rabbit! APROX. 1 HOUR. Suggested for ages 3+SUBSCRIBERS $11-$14
Single Tickets: $14-$18
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February 18 - March 6, 2011
at the Empire Theatre
by Roald Dahl, Adapted for the stage by David Wood
Part of the Acts of Faith Festival
Roald Dahl’s Big Friendly Giant (24 feet tall!) and a little orphan named Sophie are brought to life in this fantastical and faithful adaptation. The BFG and Sophie team up to save the children of England, assisted by the Queen of England and the Heads of the Army and Airforce with their helicopters. Kids big and small will delight in this adaptation Dahl’s modern fairy tale in which the orphan Sophie and her newfound friend The BFG demonstrate that heroes come in all sizes. APROX. 90 MINUTES. Suggested for ages 3+SUBSCRIBERS $11-$14
Single Tickets: $14-$18
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April 29 - May 15, 2011
at the Empire Theatre
Book and Lyrics by Anthony Drewe; Music by George Stiles
Theatre IV’s hit production returns! Honk! is the story of Ugly, whose odd, gawky looks instantly incite prejudice from his family and neighbors. Separated from the farm and pursued by a hungry Cat, Ugly must find his way home. Along his rollicking and harrowing journey he not only discovers his true beauty and glorious destiny, but also finds love and acceptance in all its forms. In 2000, Honk! won the Olivier Award for Best Musical (beating out The Lion King and Mamma Mia!) APROX. 2 HOURS. Suggested for ages 3+
SUBSCRIBERS $14 - $26
Single Tickets: $19 - $34
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BARKSDALE THEATRE presents
November 19, 2010 - January 9, 2011
at the Empire Theatre IV
Broadway’s Patti D’Beck (Guys and Dolls, Thoroughly Modern Millie) is BACK to deck the halls of the historic Empire Theatre with this large scale musical based on the beloved classic film—guaranteeing Richmond an extravagant holiday treat of unforgettable song and dance. APROX 2 HOURS. Suggested for ages 6+
FULL PRICE: $23-$46;
SUBSCRIBERS $17.25-32.60Seating Chart
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2010 - 2011 SUBSCRIPTIONS
CALL (804) 282-2620
Mon - Fri between 9 - 5.
PACKAGE A
All 4 shows (Ferdinand, Velveteen, BFG, Honk).
ADULTS $68
SENIORS 65+ / YOUTH 13 - 18 $62
Child 12 and under $47PACKAGE B
3 shows (Includes Honk! & choose 2 from Ferdinand, Velveteen & BFG.)
ADULTS $54
SENIORS 65+ / YOUTH 13 - 18 $49
Child 12 and under $46You can ADD White Christmas to either package at the discounted subscirber price.
THE PERFECT GIFT!
Give the gift of theatre with a Gift Card to Theatre IV and Barksdale Theatre in any amount. Call the box office for more information: (804) 344-8040
