Event Description

Lightwire Theater’s The Adventures of Tortoise and Hare: The Next Gen continues Aesop’s classic story with the characters ten years down the road with children of their own in a new landscape of smart phones and video games. Tortoise Junior and Lil’ Hare begin a whole new kind of race where their adventures lead them into unexpected territory, and Old Man Tortoise and Big Daddy Hare must come together despite their differences to find and save their children. What hurdles will they have to overcome to make it to the finish line?

With dazzling visuals, poignant storytelling, and the creative use of music from classical to pop, this production brings this tale into a brilliant new light.

Curriculum connections: Drama, Science, Social & Emotional Learning

Recommended for grades: K-5
Running time: 60 minutes

The 10:00 a.m. performance on Wednesday, March 4 will have sign language interpreters. Guests who need the assistance of the interpreter: please note this on your order form so we can seat you appropriately.

To request a field trip, please complete the online 2025-2026 School Field Trip Order Form by clicking the “Register” button on this page. Registrations and order by phone are not accepted, but we are happy to answer your questions. For assistance in choosing the best shows for your class, please contact the Education Hotline at 216-348-7909 or schoolprograms@playhousesquare.org.

Pricing:
Groups of 10 or more, $7 per ticket with one complimentary ticket for every 20 purchased
Groups of 9 or fewer, $12 per ticket

Cleveland Metropolitan School District teachers: Thanks to a generous donation from the KeyBank Foundation, a limited number of free and reduced-cost tickets are available for CMSD schools and approved partnered schools. Contact us at 216-348-7909 or schoolprograms@playhousesquare.org for remaining availability and ordering procedures.