Magical Theatre Company

Caterpillar Camp

Camp Caterpillar is a week of fun as kids explore their natural creativity with movement, dramatic play, voice, crafts, and even a little bit of science. Inspired by "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle, campers will create characters, props, and have a ball! Each Camper will receive a Caterpillar Kit containing supplies for the week. June 29-July 3, 2020 AGES 5-6 MON - FRI: 9:00am - 10:30am TUITION: $100.00 Camp is limited to 12 participants Space is limited for all camps and will be filled on a first come, first served basis.

Camp Caterpillar

Introducing CAMP CATERPILLAR! A week of fun as kids explore their natural creativity with movement, dramatic play, voice, crafts, and even a little bit of science. Inspired by The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle, campers will create characters, props, and have a ball! Each Camper will receive a Caterpillar Kit containing supplies for the week. JUNE 29-July 3, 2020 AGES 5-6 MON - FRI: 9:00am - 10:30am TUITION: $100.00 Camp is limited to 12 participants

Sign Up now for Magical's Superhero Academy! Starts next week

Magical's Academy of Superheroes Online Camp starts next week! Sign up now! At the Academy of Superheroes kids create their own superhero & alter-ego, make a superhero disguise including cape, mask and accessories. Using improvisation and theatre games, they will strengthen the skills necessary to save the world! Each Camper will receive a Superhero Kit containing supplies for the week. JUNE 22-26, 2020 AGES 7-10 MON - FRI: 9:00am - 12:00pm TUITION: $145.00 Camp is limited to 15 participants

"The Show Must Go Online" Camp

"The Show Must Go Online" is a new musical written to be rehearsed and performed remotely! In this first-of-its-kind online musical, each actor will have their own scene or song to rehearse online with the director, choreographer, and musical director throughout the week. They will upload their performance and the final show will debut live on Facebook and YouTube! The show: A frazzled director sends a video message announcing that their production of Brushes with Greatness: The Dental Hygiene Musical has been canceled, and that the drama department will probably shut down. The cast members take it upon themselves to save the day. The result is a comedic and funny storyline designed to lift spirits when we all need it the most. JULY 13-JULY 17, 2020 AGES: 10-17 REHEARSAL: Mon – Fri various time slots between 9:00am –12:00pm TUITION: $180.00 CAST SIZE: 21 (first come, first served)

Magical Wizarding Camp

As we continue to battle “IT that shall not be named,” young wizards and witches join forces for good at our Magical Wizarding Camp. Using improvisation, theatre games, and prop-making skills, our colorful cast of professors will lead each wizard and witch through a series of classes such as Defense Against the Dark Arts, Potions, Wand Making, Transfiguration, Care of Magical Creatures, Muggle Studies and more! Each Camper will receive a Wizarding Welcome Kit containing supplies for the week, a Wizard Academy robe, and their Letter of Acceptance. July 6-July 10, 2020 Ages 9-12 MON - FRI: 9:00am - 12:00pm TUITION: $180.00 Camp is limited to 18 participants Space is limited for all camps and will be filled on a first come, first served basis. For more information and to download a registration form, visit us at https://www.magicaltheatre.org/2020-online-summer-camps

It's Magical Trivia with Holly and Sherlock! Round 3, ep. 4

Here is your nightly trivia question from Holly, with some help from Sherlock. And find out if you got last night's question right.

Some Good News for a Change

We could all use some good news. Magical Theatre fans will never forget our great friend and colleague Jerimie Newcomb as Mr. Beaver in our production of "Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe." Jerimie has had a heck of a go of things this past year, but we are so happy to see him up and walking and making great progress everyday. We can't wait to see him back on the stage again.

Thank you! #GivingTuesdayNow

Thank you for your wonderful response to the #GivingTuesdayNow campaign. We supported the spirit of philanthropy and community service by producing an exclusive video of our "Mother Goose" production. It is free and available to all on our website www.magicaltheatre.org. While you're there, please check out some of our other videos we have recently created. Theatre games, how-to sessions, storytime readings, dance routines, and many more videos are all available to help you and the kiddos engage your creativity at a time when it is needed the most. While you're enjoying our offerings, please consider making a donation on our website if it is within your means. Your generosity helps us continue to be a place where imaginations grow. Stay safe, be well, and we will keep providing original content until we can all be together again at Magical Theatre Company.

Thank You!

For those who were able to attend, thank you very much for witnessing the inspiring story of Annie Sullivan and Helen Keller with us. You filled the seats and projected your energy onto the stage, lifting us up so we could share the compelling lives of these two remarkable women. We were particularly fortified by students immersing themselves in the performance, as well as their moving and insightful post-show comments. Thank you to those teachers and schools who made the effort, coming from both near and far. And thank you to the cast, crew, and staff who came together to make this production possible. We are very grateful. -Dennis O'Connell, Co-Producing Director

We love the question and answer sessions after every school performance. Students frequently want to know why we choose to do a particular play. Geoffrey Darling had the perfect answer after today’s performance. We open “The Miracle Worker” tomorrow night, with additional performances on Saturday and Sunday. There are still a few tickets left and they are available at www.magicaltheatre.org and (330) 848.3708.

Happy New Year!

Holly Rode A Luck Dragon

That time Holly rode the original Falkor from "The NeverEnding Story" movie. You can experience an entire cast of magical creatures and fantastical beings this weekend as we conclude our production of "The NeverEnding Story." Shows are Friday at 7:30, Saturday at 2:00 & 7:30, and Sunday at 2:00 and 4:30. Tickets are available online at www.magicaltheatre.org.

Thanks for coming!

One of our favorite parts of performing for young students is getting to answer their questions and meet them after the performance. "How do we know what to do?" "Is it hard to memorize all those lines?" and our favorite "Are you real?" All in a day's work at Magical Theatre Company! The NeverEnding Story closes this weekend with performances Friday at 7:30, Saturday at 2:00 & 7:30 and Sunday at 2:00 & 4:30. You can still get tickets at www.magicaltheatre.org or by calling (330) 848-3708.

Thanks to Barberton Community Foundation

Because of the generosity of Barberton Community Foundation, students from Barberton Middle School were able to attend today's performance of "The NeverEnding Story" at Magical Theatre Company. Thank you, BCF, for your continued support to help bring the fine and performing arts to students in our community.

The Creatures of Fantastica

It's opening night for "The NeverEnding Story!" Tickets are still available at https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?actions=4&p=47 or (330) 848-3708. The production runs December 6-15.

It's cold and flu season, cover your nose and mouth when you sneeze...and come see Morla the Turtle in Magical Theatre Company's production of The Neverending Story December 6-15. Tickets are available at https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?actions=4&p=5 or by calling (330) 848-3708. More information is available on our website www.magicaltheatre.org.

Please remember Magical Theatre Company on Giving Tuesday. Your support helps us grow the imaginations of children in our neighborhood and throughout Northeast Ohio. Thank you! To make a donation to Magical Theatre, please visit https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?contribution=mtc.

Even with eight legs and counting, Ygramul the spider can still pull off the most delightful little soft shoe number. Yet another amazing puppet from master creature maker Mark Jenks and brought to life by Amanda Lanier. Share the gift of imagination this holiday season as Magical Theatre Company presents "The Neverending Story" from December 6-15. Tickets are available at www.magicaltheatre.org and 330.848.3708.

Ebenezer Scrooge, The Grinch, and introducing Morla the Turtle, Magical Theatre Company's resident Christmas grouch. Another amazing creature brought to life by artist Mark Jenks. Share the gift of imagination this holiday season as Magical presents the fantasy classic "The NeverEnding Story" starting December 6. Tickets are now available at www.magicaltheatre.org and 330.848.3708.

The creatures of Fantastica have arrived at Magical Theatre Company for "The NeverEnding Story!" Introducing Falkor the Luck Dragon, created by master creature maker Mark Jenks. Share the gift of imagination this holiday season. Tickets to "The NeverEnding Story" are available at www.magicaltheatre.org and 330.848.3708. The production runs December 6-15.

Escape the rain and gloomy weather this weekend at Magical Theatre Company. It's the final weekend of Harriet The Spy! Order your tickets at www.magicaltheatre.org or 330.848.3708 for our shows Friday at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 p.m.

It’s Miss Berry, the eccentric dance teacher, guiding students on their journey to become ... vegetables?! Harriet the Spy opens Friday, October 18. Tickets available online now at www.magicaltheatre.org or by calling 330.848.3708.

One week from tonight Magical Theatre presents our Italian street festival Tuscany on Tusc in the downtown Barberton Arts District at the 500 block of W Tuscarawas Ave. Join us Friday, September 27 from 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm for food, music, wine, beer, art, raffles, and fun!

Thank you to our generous sponsors who are making Tuscany on Tusc possible! Don’t miss out on the food, music and fun at Tuscany on Tusc on September 27 from 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm at the 500 block of W. Tuscarawas Ave. in Barberton. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please call Magical Theatre Company at 330.848.3708.

If it still Tuesday, it's still Giving Tuesday. See what magic you can help create by donating today. Thank you! https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?contribution=mtc

Our friend and actor/teacher/director Terence Cranendonk chatting about working at Magical Theatre Company.