LargerThan-Life Musical
Clifford & Birdwell Island Travel to Boston
For more than 40 years, Scholastic’s beloved Clifford The Big Red Dog™ has charmed and delighted children with his engaging adventures and “Big Ideas,” simple life lessons that help young children navigate their world. Now, the larger-thanlife crimson canine and his friends are leaving Birdwell Island and heading to Boston for six shows at The Opera House.
As part of a 50-city tour, Clifford stops at The Opera House March 24-26.
Featuring a brand new story, Clifford The Big Red Dog LIVE! brings the beloved characters from Birdwell Island – including Emily Elizabeth, Cleo, TBone, Jetta, Charlie and, of course, Clifford – to an energetic spectacle for the whole family.
“We’ve created a fun, smart, musical adventure that speaks to multiple generations through story, song and dance,” said Stuart Snyder, Turnstile Entertainment principal. “We’re proud of putting together quality live entertainment shows that can be enjoyed by the whole family.”
As Clifford and company emBARK on an effort to put on their own play on Birdwell Island, the “Big Ideas” that were introduced in the Clifford animated series airing on PBS KIDS will also take center stage. Clifford fans will love every minute, while seeing the value of teamwork and friendship when it comes to getting something done. With memorable songs and the characters kids love, Clifford The Big Red Dog‘ LIVE! is sure to be a Big Red hit!
Performances are Friday, March 24 at 7 p.m., Saturday, March 25 at 10 a.m., 2 p.m. and 5 p.m., and Sunday, March 26 at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.
Tickets are already on sale and range from $22.50-$42.50. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster 617-931-2787, at all Ticketmaster outlets, by visiting BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com and directly at The Opera House Box Office, 539 Washington Street, Boston. For groups of 12 or more, call Broadway in Boston Group Sales at 617-482-8616. Clifford The Big Red Dog‘ LIVE! is part of the Lexus Area Dealers Broadway in Boston Series.
Clifford The Big Red Dog“ is a “bone”afide children’s literary classic first written and illustrated by Norman Bridwell in 1963. In fall 2000, Clifford made his TV debut on PBS KIDS and the animated series rapidly has become one of today’s biggest hits.
