Alden Theatre Celebrates Diversity Throughout February

The intimate Alden Theatre has near-perfect acoustics and a welcoming environment that will make you feel at home. Our Professional Artist Series features nationally and internationally known artists from the worlds of music, dance and theatre. Introduce your child to the arts through our McLean Kids Performance Series or Jammin' Juniors concerts in McLean Central Park. Travel to far off lands with our Travel and Adventure Film Series. There's something for everyone to see and to enjoy.

Travel & Adventure Film
Italy's Fabled Isles-Sicily, Capri, Elba
Wednesday, Feb. 17
7:30 p.m.

Due to medical issues, the Travelogue The Real World of Fiji has been changed to another island adventure: Italy's Fabled Isles-Sicily, Capri, Elba. Explore seductive Sicily, with its incredible scenery and ancient buildings, which include Greek temples, Roman villas and hillside theaters... the perfect treatment for snow overload!

Tickets are on sale now! To purchase tickets, stop by the Alden Theatre Box Office, or purchase tickets online or by phone (703-573-SEAT) through Ticketmaster.
John Eaton with Special Guest Tommy Cecil
Friday, Feb. 19
8 p.m.
Just $10 for district residents!

John is creating a program especially for you in celebration the contributions of African-Americans to jazz and popular music. We just got off the phone with him, and he is having a ball resurrecting some long lost gems and rediscovering the role African-American composers have played in shaping the some of our favorite music. With his own signature brand of witty, elegant jazz, John Eaton is "as reliably entertaining as The Simpsons -not to mention awfully astute!" (The Washington Post). Part of our Black History Month celebration.

Join us after the concert for a wine and cheese reception generously sponsored by the Friends of the McLean Community Center.

Tickets are on sale now! To purchase tickets, stop by the Alden Theatre Box Office, or purchase tickets online or by phone (703-573-SEAT) through Ticketmaster.
March is Coming in Like a Lion!

An Alden Theatre Production
Holes
Weekends, March 5-14
Fri at 7:30 p.m.
Sat/Sun at 3 p.m.

Stanley Yelnats was given a choice. The judge said, "You May Go to jail, or You May Go to Camp Green Lake." At Camp Green Lake, the warden makes the boys "build character" by spending all day, every day, digging holes. It doesn't take long for Stanley to realize there's more than character improvement going on at Camp Green Lake. Holes features young actors from McLean!

Travel and Adventure Film
Inside Iran Today
Tuesday, March 16
7:30 p.m.

Join us for a special Tuesday presentation of our Travelogue series as we take you to Iran, a magnificent and often misunderstood destination. Alden Theatre favorite Buddy Hatton brings the architectural wonders, warm people and historical destinations of this spectacular country to McLean in his newly released film.

Grey Seal Puppets present
A Show of Virtues
Sunday, March 21
3 p.m.

Ages 6+. Inspired by the William J. Bennett's The Children's Book of Virtues, Grey Seal Puppets will present a program of stories that include "The Little Hero of Holland," "The Tortoise and the Hare," "Please" and "Why Frog and Snake Never Play Together."

Watch Grey Seal Puppets

Workshop: Grey Seal Puppets
Sunday, March 21
4:30 p.m.
Ages 6+. Join puppeteer Drew Allison from Grey Seal Puppets in a demonstration of hand, rod and shadow puppets. End the workshop by making your very own puppet for performances at home! Tickets available at the box office.

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
Saturday, March 27
8 p.m.

Go, Daddy-O! These swing revival icons bring the music of Cab Calloway in a rowdy celebration of musicianship, mischief, genius, street smarts and fun.

Watch Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

Tickets are on sale now! To purchase tickets, stop by the Alden Theatre Box Office, or purchase tickets online or by phone (703-573-SEAT) through Ticketmaster.

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