Mr. Popper's Penguins at Imagination Stage

Mr. Popper's Penguins

Imagination Stage
4908 Auburn Avenue Bethesda

Mr. Popper, a painter of modest means, dreams of taking an Antarctic adventure, so he's thrilled when a penguin named Captain Cook waddles out of a mysterious box left on his doorstep. The zookeeper donated a female companion and soon...the patter of 20 baby penguin feet! To feed all of these mouths, the imaginative Mr. Popper and his wife turn his talented penguins into a must-see traveling vaudeville act full of song and dance. But the rigors of performing take a toll on them all, and they must make a difficult decision. This musical play, featuring expert puppetry, depicts a wild and witty way to follow your dreams- and your convictions.

Thru - Aug 7, 2022

Tuesdays: 10:30am

Wednesdays: 10:30am

Thursdays: 10:30am

Fridays: 10:30am

Saturdays: 1:30pm & 4:00pm

Sundays: 1:30pm

Price: $12-$39

Show Type: Childrens

Box Office: 301-280-1660

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Mr. Popper's Penguins Reviews

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DC Theater Arts - Highly Recommended

"...This musical feels grown-up and classic while still being enjoyable for the young audience members. There are several time-period slang words used, like zowie, hotsy-totsy, and swell. The Works Progress Administration (WPA) is mentioned, but not explained, and though adults and older children might know this is the Great Depression, younger ones most likely will not. But the financial strain and stress are clear regardless. My own son whispered to me his idea for how the Poppers could make money early on in the performance; he was genuinely concerned about the characters’ welfare, which means the entire cast and crew have triumphed."

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- Sarah Shah

MD Theatre Guide - Highly Recommended

"...If you need a show to make you smile, this is the show to see this summer. Chill out with “Mr. Popper’s Penguins” and enjoy a family-friendly, charming, and uplifting story with captivating props and performances."

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- Taryn Carone

BroadwayWorld - Recommended

"...Singing the songs of George Howe in Robert Kauzlaric's adaptation of the beloved children's book by Richard and Florence Atwater, the four would be more than enough to entertain a theater of families."

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- Roger Catlin

Mr. Popper's Penguins at Imagination Stage