2010-2011

20th Anniversary Season

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Jack and the Beanstalk
October 5 - November 16, 2010

This new adaptation incorporates music and movement to create an enchanted world of dancing cows, hysterical chickens, a singing harp, magical beans, and a Giant who lives in a castle in the sky.

Frosty the Snowman
November 15 - December 27, 2010

Frosty is a magic snowman who comes to life and befriends several children in the neighborhood. But, he has to make it home to the North Pole before the New Year. Will his new friends be so busy planning their own holiday celebrations, they won’t have time to help? A delightful new holiday musical.

Freedom Train
January 31- March 11, 2011

An inspiring tale of a family’s journey to freedom along the Underground Railroad through Texas into Mexico. This story of bravery and determination tells a bit of little known Texas history. A celebration of freedom set to rhythmic music. A Black History Month favorite that will delight all ages.

The Princess and The Pea
April 4 - May 27, 2011

A bilingual (Spanish/English) show set in Mexico. The Prince must marry a real princess before his next birthday or he will lose the throne, and the only way to tell if a girl is a real princess is to have her take a test! With the help of the Steward, the Prince gets his Princess to take the test--and she passes!

The Adventures of Tom and Huck
Touring May 30 - July 30, 2011

A wonderful new musical adaptation of the Mark Twain classics. It would seem that some things never change. Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn are still trying to get around rules. After all, no self-respecting kid can pass up a good adventure.


Storytelling Performances
Available all Season

The Aztec Princess
Told in English and Spanish by 
Epig Dominquez

The Aztec Princess takes you to Mexico on a exciting journey through time and fantasy. Her amazing adventures celebrate and explore the rich history of Aztec and Mayan culture. A storytelling favorite.

Father Goose
Classic fairy tales we all know and love are told with a unique twist. Meet up with characters like the Three Pigs Brothers, the Bear family, Little Red Riding Hood, and many more. Very interactive and just plain fun!!               

Story Theatre

Take a journey through African American folklore with tales like The Clever Turtle, The     people Could Fly and Manuel’s Riddle. These are stories where animals such as rabbits, foxes, bears, wolves and turtles take on human characteristics.

Express Children's Theatre
446 Northwest Mall
Houston, TX 77092

(713) 682-5044

expresstheatre@sbcglobal.net 

Express Children's Theatre is Company-in-Residence at
Houston Community College
Central Fine Arts Department