Dory Fantasmagory at Imagination Stage
Dates: 6/18/2025 - 8/3/2025
📍 Theatre: Imagination Stage
Imagination Stage
4908 Auburn Ave
Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: 3012801660
Tickets: $15 and up.
Adapted for the stage by John Glore
Based on the book by Abby Hanlon
Music by Deborah Wicks La Puma
It's tough being the youngest! Dory's siblings won't play with her and there are monsters to battle all over the house, like the hair-raising Mrs. Gobble Gracker. With the help of her fairy godfather, Mr. Nuggy, her monster-friend, Mary, and her mighty imagination, Dory sets out to win what she wants most: her family's attention.
ASL-Interpreted performance: Saturday, July 12 at 1:00 p.m.
Sensory-Friendly performance: Saturday, June 28 at 10:00 a.m.
News About Dory Fantasmagory at Imagination Stage
Rob McClure, National Tours of KIMBERLY AKIMBO and SOME LIKE IT HOT Among 2026 Helen Hayes Award Nominees
February 23, 2026 The 2026 Helen Hayes Award nominations have been announced, recognizing outstanding achievement in Washington-area professional theatre. Arena Stage, Signature Theatre, Shakespeare Theatre Company, Round House Theatre, and dozens of regional companies are represented across performance, direction, design, and production categories. The awards highlight the breadth of theatre work presented throughout the D.C. metropolitan area.
Spotlight: DORY FANTASMAGORY at Imagination Stage
June 27, 2025 See 'brilliant' DORY FANTASMAGORY this summer, plus 25-26 shows at Imagination Stage. You won't want to miss Dory Fantasmagory! This seriously silly production is based on the popular books by Abby Hanlon. Raves about its 'uproarious comedy, dynamic characters, and innovative visuals...vividly brings the beloved book to life and is an ideal summer outing for families.'
Review: DORY FANTASMAGORY at Imagination Stage
June 30, 2025 If you have a kid in elementary school, the wildly popular Dory Fantasmagory book series is likely on your radar. What you may not be aware of is there is a stage show based on the books. Recently, my son and I caught Dory Fantasmagory making its East Coast premiere. It was silly, funny, and, maybe most importantly, my five-year-old sat through the entire show and never once asked to even so much as go to the bathroom. Win!
DORY FANTASMAGORY Takes the Stage This Summer At Imagination Stage
May 15, 2025 Imagination Stage, the metro DC region's largest professional theatre for young audiences and leader in positive youth development through the arts, concludes its 2024-2025 season with Dory Fantasmagory.About the Theatre
Imagination Stage Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
What shows are coming up next at Imagination Stage?
Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical (11/21/26-01/03/27)
Wake Up, Brother Bear! (01/16/27-02/21/27)
Pandora: Out of the Box! (02/27/27-04/10/27)
Inside Out and Backwards (03/13/27-04/18/27)
TheaterWorksUSA's Rosie Revere, Ada Twist, and Iggy Peck: The Questioneers (04/17/27-04/25/27)
Grand Slam Hero (06/16/27-07/24/27)
Where is Imagination Stage located?
What shows have played recently at Imagination Stage?
Good Morning, Good Night (03/21/26-04/19/26)
Havana Hop (02/14/26-03/07/26)
Balloonacy (01/10/26-02/15/26)
The Snowman™ and the Snowdog (11/22/25-01/04/26)
Educational Theatre Program (10/01/25-10/01/28)
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show (09/17/25-10/12/25)
The Last Martyr (04/01/25-04/30/25)
Mother Goose (03/01/25-04/13/25)
What is the history of Imagination Stage ?
Imagination Stage was founded as BAPA (Bethesda Academy of Performing Arts) in 1979 in response to the urgent need for arts education for young people. The company was renamed Imagination Stage in 2001 in anticipation of its move to its downtown Bethesda theatre arts center in 2003. Imagination Stage has grown from a handful of children in a single classroom to a full-spectrum theatre arts organization, with theatre productions by professional actors and artists. Unlike most children’s theatre companies, Imagination Stage commissions new works for children every year. These productions have been recognized with awards and productions by other companies around the world.
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