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Pushcart Players Presents Peter and the Wolf, 5/14

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The Alden Theatre is presenting the Pushcart Players' production of Peter and the Wolf for one showing only at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 14. The show illustrates to children the adventures involved in learning to growing up. Tickets are $12, $8 for McLean tax district residents. The theatre is located at 1234 Ingleside Avenue.

Peter and the Wolf is an adaptation of the traditional Russian folktale set to music by Sergei Prokofiev. While providing a charming introduction to the world of music and musical instruments, this enchanting tale tells the story of Peter, a spirited young boy, who, when confronted by danger, meets the challenge with courage, creativity and leadership. Creative innovation becomes essential as young Peter meets the challenge of survival in the outside world. For more information, call 703-790-9223, TTY: 711, or visit: http://www.mcleancenter.org/alden/mcleankids.asp.

Tickets are on sale now! To purchase tickets, contact OvationTix by phone (1-866-811-4111), or purchase them in person, online (http://www.mcleancenter.org/alden/mcleankids.asp) or by fax (703-893-9334) through the Alden Theatre.

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