Celebrate the 70th Anniversary of the Book My Father's Dragon At The Majestic Theater

My Father's Dragon is based on the beloved book series by Ruth Stiles Gannett. In collaboration with the author and in celebration of the book's 70th Anniversary we are delighted to bring these enchanting books to life at the Majestic Theater, Gettysburg on Sunday, April 15, 2018 at 3:00p.m.

With talking animals, a daring rescue, a flying dragon, buried treasure and lots of humor throughout, this fabulous adventure is brought to the stage in Enchantment Theatre's distinctive style. Using puppets, masks, inventive scenic effects and original music, Enchantment Theatre Company is delighted to bring you the story of a compassionate and courageous young boy and his unlikely friendship with a splendid yellow and blue striped dragon. "Enchantment Theatre Company from Philadelphia is one of the most highly regarded children's theatre companies in America" said Jeffrey Gabel, Majestic's Founding Executive Director. "Their productions are always magical and delightful with high quality production values."

When nine-year old Elmer Elevator hears about a baby dragon who is held captive by the ferocious animals of Wild Island, he sets off on an adventure to rescue the dragon and return him home. With the help of his friend the Alley Cat, Elmer packs everything he thinks he'll need - including chewing gum, two-dozen lollipops, seven hair ribbons and a box of rubber bands! With pluck and ingenuity Elmer makes his way to the Island, outwits the wild animals and saves Boris, the dragon. But can they find their way back home? As they travel over the ocean they get lost in a storm and discover a magical island of escaped canaries. The resourceful Elmer helps the canaries overcome their "curiosity disease" and uncover a stash of hidden riches. With bags of gold and the canaries' blessings, the dauntless duo at last returns home.

Tickets starting at $24, $21, $19 (children $5 discount) , can be purchased by calling 717-337-8200, visiting gettysburgmajestic.org or stopping by the Box Office, 25 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg. The Box Office is open Monday through Saturday from noon until 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Free parking and roundtrip shuttle service is available from Gettysburg College's Constitution Avenue Parking Lot. Shuttle starts one hour before the performance and is ADA accessible. Metered parking is available at the Gettysburg Borough Parking Garage in Race Horse Alley as well as along Carlisle Street.

The Majestic Theater at the Jennifer and David LeVan Performing Arts Center is owned and operated by Gettysburg College as a cultural treasure for its campus and the community.

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