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BOY vs FLY

Runtime: 45m
Playwright/Creator: Daniel Beitchman

BOY vs FLY, what could possibly go wrong? Dean Bean disrupts his class chasing a fly, trying to be just like his Dad. His impulsive nature gets him into trouble. Adapted from the book BOY versus FLY, this charming comedy will delight audiences of all ages. Dean's antics will entertain while teaching us a heartfelt lesson about owning up to your mistakes. Suitable for ages 4-UP.

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Dungee the Dragon & The Just-Okay Juggler

Runtime: 50m
Created by the company: Dan Boyer

It's the Middle Ages (artistic license!) and The Kingdom of Awesome is under attack by a fierce dragon! The King calls on the Great Knights to defeat the dragon, but somehow the job falls on a lonely juggler. With light-hearted humour, a sassy dragon puppet, and knife juggling, this original story will delight all! Suitable for ages 4 - 12.

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Gremlin Hour

Runtime: 50m
Playwright/Creator: Alex Kolanko, additional writing by Chris Leveille

All Gremlins, including you, are invited to a meeting of gremlins. The child we have to scare is asleep all the time. It’s hard to be spooky when they don’t want to be awake. We need your help! What is a Gremlin to do?! Please meet in Hazel’s bedroom. There is lots of room but only one closet to hide in. We promise there's no spooking at the meeting. For ages 6-12.

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Lexi and the Flying b's

Runtime: 40m
Playwright/Creator: Joan Jamieson

Lexi is eager to enter a project in the school science fair, but she needs a great topic, a willing partner, and strategies to deal with her dyslexia. Yaya, her grandmother, has a sister back in Cyprus who is about to have surgery, and she desperately wants to see her. How can these two help each other to get what they need? Best suited for ages 5 - 10.

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Mice at Centre Ice

Runtime: 45m
Playwright/Creator: Kerri Salata

Will Benny the Bullet and the Mouse Hockey Leaguers get the Cheddar Cup back from the Rink Rats? What dangers await brave Benny? Can any of them be worse than the steel blades of the Zamboni machine? Based on a beloved best-selling children's novel from the 1980s that also became an animated film. Suitable for ages 5-12.

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Philip & Lucinda Dino-Show

Runtime: 60m
Playwright/Creator: The Grand Salto Theatre

Philip and Lucinda, dinosaur explorers extraordinaire, set out to understand the Paleozoic Era with song, dance, acrobatics and the help of all the "Dinosaur Experts" in the audience. This interactive presentation of dinosaur history is suitable for ages 2-10 and anyone who loves dinosaurs!

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RADIOACTIVE SPYDER

Runtime: 60m
Playwright/Creator: Deborah Adelman

Radioactive Spyder, thirsty for power and fame, is determined to become Master of the Universe. Protozoa, the 14 billion-year-old single-celled being, guides Radioactive Spyder on his quest - showing what the universe has to gain and to lose. This post modern musical comedy is ultimately a wake-up call for humanity. Set to a lively Cuban beat. Suitable for ages 4-14.

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