Charlotte’s Web
TheatreworksUSA
2 p.m. Sunday, January 25
Eisenhower Auditorium
Adult $18 University Park Student $8 18 and Younger $13
Charlotte’s Web, the E. B. White novel loved by generations of children, comes to the stage in a tender adaptation by New York City’s TheatreworksUSA. The story centers on Charlotte, a wise and nurturing gray spider, and Wilbur, an anxious but lovable pig. When Wilbur frets about not wanting to wind up as pork chops, Charlotte, a fine writer and true friend, hits on a plan to fool Farmer Zuckerman. She’ll create a “miracle.” Spinning the words “Some Pig” in her web above the barn door, Charlotte weaves a solution that not only makes Wilbur a prize pig but also ensures his place on the farm for the rest of his natural life. The treasured tale, featuring quirky and endearing farm animals, explores the timeless virtues of friendship, courage, and unconditional love.
Audio description, which is especially helpful to patrons with sight loss, is available for this performance at no extra charge to ticket holders.
sponsor
McQuaide Blasko Attorneys at Law
