Boston Globe feature: 10 shows that will bring drama, music, and even ducklings to theater stages this season

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Boston Globe feature: 10 shows that will bring drama, music, and even ducklings to theater stages this season

January 23, 2023
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This article was first published in The Boston Globe on January 20, 2023. By Don Aucoin

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Wheelock Family Theatre‘s upcoming production of, Make Way for Ducklings, was featured in The Boston Globe’s Winter Arts Preview.

MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS, THE MUSICAL 

Becky Bass plays Mrs. Mallard and Jared Troilo portrays Mr. Mallard in this musical adaptation of Robert McCloskey’s beloved children’s story about a family of ducklings who make their home at the Boston Public Garden. Adaptation by Sandra B. Eskin and Michael J. Bobbitt, who wrote the book for the musical, with music and lyrics by William Yanesh.

Directed by Emily Ranii. Feb. 17-March 12. Wheelock Family Theatre at Boston University. 617-353-3001, www.wheelockfamilytheatre.org

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make way for ducklings

Bostonians will be enchanted with the Mallard duck family as this classic tale leaps off the stage and soars into their hearts. Mr. and Mrs. Mallard are exhausted from their search for a starter home when they land in the Boston Public Garden as a potential home. When the ducklings begin to explore the world around them, the challenges of parenthood in the busy Boston environment create a fun bit of family drama. A classic story for all ages, this New England premiere musical celebrates family, Boston, children and the beings who make an unfamiliar place a home.

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Wheelock Family Theatre 180 Riverway, Boston, MA 02115

for tickets, visit the wheelock family theatre website

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