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This musical is a joy-filled celebration of letters, words, and imagination featuring infectious rhythms, dazzling puppets, lively dancing, and playful audience interaction. Written and directed by Nina Meehan with music and lyrics by Austin Zumbro, it is produced by Third Wish Productions and originally developed by Seattle Children's Theatre. Based on the beloved book by Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault, and Lois Ehlert, the production transforms the classic story into a whirlwind of color, creativity, and fun. Best for ages 3-9.
Cast and Creative Team for Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical at Imagination Stage
Creative Team
Nina Meehan
Writer and Director
Austin Zumbro
Music and Lyrics
Third Wish Productions
Producer
Ashleigh King
Director
Ashleigh King
Choreographer
Kathryn Chase Bryer
Director
Kathryn Chase Bryer
Writer
Janet Stanford
Writer
Moira Todd
Music Arrangements
Psalmayene 24
Book and Lyrics
Deborah Wicks La Puma
Music
Tim Guillot
Music Composer
Mina Morita
Director
Karen Zacarías
Book and Lyrics
News About Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical at Imagination Stage
Photos: THEATRE WEEK 2026 to Bring Discounted Tickets to DC Region
August 26, 2026 Theatre Washington will present Theatre Week 2026, offering discounted tickets to more than 30 productions along with free pop-up performances at airports and a Metro station across the DMV region.
CHICKA CHICKA BOOM BOOM: THE MUSICAL to Play Imagination Stage
August 20, 2026 Imagination Stage will host CHICKA CHICKA BOOM BOOM: THE MUSICAL at its Lerner Family Theatre in Bethesda, Maryland, September 26 through October 18, as part of the show's national tour.
PANDORA, GRAND SLAM HERO, and More Set For Imagination Stage 2026-27 Season
June 17, 2026 Imagination Stage announced its 2026-27 professional theatre season, themed 'A Season of Heroes and Hope,' featuring seven productions including a world-premiere musical, PANDORA: OUT OF THE BOX!, and DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL.About the Theatre
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Imagination Stage Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
What shows are coming up next at Imagination Stage?
Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical (11/21/26-01/03/27)
Wake Up, Brother Bear! (01/16/27-02/21/27)
Pandora: Out of the Box! (02/27/27-04/10/27)
Inside Out and Backwards (03/13/27-04/18/27)
TheaterWorksUSA's Rosie Revere, Ada Twist, and Iggy Peck: The Questioneers (04/17/27-04/25/27)
Grand Slam Hero (06/16/27-07/24/27)
Wake Up, Brother Bear! (01/16/27-02/21/27)
Pandora: Out of the Box! (02/27/27-04/10/27)
Inside Out and Backwards (03/13/27-04/18/27)
TheaterWorksUSA's Rosie Revere, Ada Twist, and Iggy Peck: The Questioneers (04/17/27-04/25/27)
Grand Slam Hero (06/16/27-07/24/27)
What shows have played recently at Imagination Stage?
Pete the Cat: A Live Rock Musical (06/17/26-07/26/26)
Good Morning, Good Night (03/21/26-04/19/26)
Havana Hop (02/14/26-03/07/26)
Balloonacy (01/10/26-02/15/26)
The Snowman™ and the Snowdog (11/22/25-01/04/26)
Educational Theatre Program (10/01/25-10/01/28)
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show (09/17/25-10/12/25)
Dory Fantasmagory (06/18/25-08/03/25)
The Last Martyr (04/01/25-04/30/25)
Good Morning, Good Night (03/21/26-04/19/26)
Havana Hop (02/14/26-03/07/26)
Balloonacy (01/10/26-02/15/26)
The Snowman™ and the Snowdog (11/22/25-01/04/26)
Educational Theatre Program (10/01/25-10/01/28)
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show (09/17/25-10/12/25)
Dory Fantasmagory (06/18/25-08/03/25)
The Last Martyr (04/01/25-04/30/25)
What is the history of Imagination Stage ?
Imagination Stage was founded as BAPA (Bethesda Academy of Performing Arts) in 1979 in response to the urgent need for arts education for young people. The company was renamed Imagination Stage in 2001 in anticipation of its move to its downtown Bethesda theatre arts center in 2003. Imagination Stage has grown from a handful of children in a single classroom to a full-spectrum theatre arts organization, with theatre productions by professional actors and artists. Unlike most children’s theatre companies, Imagination Stage commissions new works for children every year. These productions have been recognized with awards and productions by other companies around the world.
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GARBO: EL ACTOR QUE SAVÓ AL MUNDO (Garbo: The Actor Who Saved The World) GALA Hispanic Theatre (9/03-9/27) |
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Mr. Burns: A Post-Electric Play Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center (10/09-10/18) |
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Special Event: ARTS By George!: Jeff Goldblum and the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra Center for the Arts (10/03-10/03) |
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The Second-Best School Shooting NextStop Theatre (9/17-10/11) |
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Coming to America: An Immigrant Cabaret ExPats Theatre (9/30-10/18) |
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Some Like It Hot Bernard Family Theatre, Olney Theatre Center (9/18-11/08) |
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Stonewall's Bust The Writers Center (10/09-10/25) |
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Jitta's Atonement Washington Stage Guild (4/08-5/02) |
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The Day Before Christmas ARTfactory (12/11-12/13) |
