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Alden in McLean to Open 2013-14 Kids Series with THE LITTLE ENGINE THAT COULD EARNS HER WHISTLE, 9/28

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The Alden in McLean opens its 2013-2014 McLean Kids Performance Series with ArtsPower's production of "The Little Engine That Could Earns Her Whistle." The original production will be presented at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28. Tickets are $15 for the general public; $10 for McLean tax district residents. The Alden is located at 1234 Ingleside Avenue, inside the McLean Community Center.

Based on the classic book by Watty Piper, the show tells the story of Little Blue Engine who dreams of someday leaving the train yard to pull the big cars on the main line track. Against all odds, the train finds a way to conquer her fears and demonstrate the extraordinary strength of "I think I can!" Recommended for ages 4 and older, this dynamic, song-filled adventure portrays the timeless value of hard work, determination and the meaning of true friendship.

Tickets are on sale now! Tickets can be purchased in person at the Alden Theatre Box Office, or online at www.aldentheatre.org. For more information, call 703-790-0123, TTY: 711.

Built in 1975, the Robert Ames Alden Theatre, The Alden, is a cultural resource for the citizens of McLean that presents interdisciplinary and high-quality performances, lectures and educational programs for audiences of all ages. The Alden is ADA-compliant and will make arrangements for accommodations. To request this information in an alternate format, call 711.

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