Tomás, the son of migrant farm workers, Meets a librarian who introduces him to the wonderful world of books. The stories enrich the lives of Tomás' family and instill a love of reading. This is the inspiring true story of Tomás Rivera, who grew up in a migrant worker family, befriended a librarian in Iowa, and learned to love books and the places they took him. Tomás went on to a successful career in academia and became the chancellor of the University of California, Riverside. Adapted from the well-loved book, this play can be readily understood by both English and Spanish speakers. Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY, INC., of Woodstock, Illinois. Directed by Crystal Mata Performances February 1 - 22, 2025 - Saturdays at 11am and 1:30pm, and Sunday, February 16, at 2pm.
Ages: Family & Kids
Company OnStage is at 5720 Bellaire Blvd, Suite G, Houston, TX 77081, Houston, TX.
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Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!) (12/5/25-12/20/25)
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Blithe Spirit (10/3/25-10/25/25)
The Boy Who Loved Monsters and the Girl Who Loved Peas (6/7/25-6/28/25)
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Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!) (12/5/25-12/20/25)
'Twas The Night Before Christmas (12/6/25-12/20/25)
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Modern Folk – Multicultural Roots
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Diary Of a Wimpy Kid the Musical
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