Broadway's Jessie Fisher to Lead Chicago Children's Theatre's THE MIRACULOUS JOURNEY OF EDWARD TULANE

Jessie Fisher, the young Chicago actress fresh from her Broadway debut in Once, and acclaimed director Stuart Carden are two of the high-profile artists confirmed for Chicago Children's Theatre's 2015-16 season opener next fall, the Chicago premiere of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, Dwayne Hartford's new adaptation of the popular children's book by Newbery Award-winner Kate DiCamillo.

Fisher previously worked with Chicago Children's Theatre participating in Red Kite Round-Up, the company's 2011 live theater experience created for children on the autism spectrum. Carden returns to Chicago Chicago Children's Theatre after his critically acclaimed debut outing with Leo Lionni's Frederick last fall.

The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane will hop off the page and land on the stage at Chicago Children's Theatre with previews starting Tuesday, October 20. Press opening is Friday, October 23 at 7 p.m. The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane will run through Sunday, November 15 at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts, 1016 N. Dearborn St., Chicago. Edward Tulane promises to be a multi-generational experience for all ages, best recommended for ages 7 and up.

Chicago Children's Theatre will announce the balance of their 2015-16 season on opening night of their upcoming world premiere of Wonderland, Alice's Rock & Roll Adventure, Friday, April 24 at 6:30 p.m.

Discounted multi-play 2015-16 subscriptions including The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane go on sale Monday, April 27. Single tickets are $10-$38, and go on sale Monday, August 3.

For tickets and information, visit chicagochildrenstheatre.org or call CCT's dedicated box office line, (872) 222-9555.

Email GroupSales@chicagochildrenstheatre.org or call (773) 227-0180 x 13 to learn about deeply discounted group rates for schools, playgroups, birthday parties and scouting groups.