Children’s Theatre Company's Locomotion Plays thru March 5th

The Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) production of Locomotion runs througth March 5th. Locomotion was a finalist for the National Book Award, and author Jacqueline Woodson has adapted her acclaimed work for the stage. CTC’s production is directed by Talvin Wilks, an award-winning playwright, director, and dramaturg.

 

Junie Edwards as Lonnie. Photo by Glen Stubbe PhotographyLocomotion takes the audience into the life of 11-year-old Lonnie Motion, as he finds new tools -  the result of a school poetry assignment – which help him to process the tumult of life in foster care. As Lonnie discovers the power of poetry, he experiences deeper connections to his new foster mother, his school friend Enrique, his teacher Ms. Marcus, and his beloved younger sister Lili.

 

Uprooted from his family, surrounded by the unfamiliar, Lonnie couldn’t feel more alone. But this year, his class is learning to write poetry. As Lonnie finds his voice, you’ll discover how poetry can bring you closer to others and to yourself.

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Ticket Information

 

Locomotion plays through March 5 at CTC’s Cargill Stage, 2400 3rd Avenue S. Tickets may be purchase online at childrenstheatre.org/locomotion or by calling the ticket office at 612.874.0400. Ticket prices start at $15. School groups interested in attending Locomotion can contact schools@childrenstheatre.org for more information. This production is best enjoyed by everyone age 9 and up. Due to the age recommendation, lap passes will not be available for this production.