Beatrice Likes The Dark

Beatrice Likes The Dark is a world-premiere family comedy presented by Adventure Theatre MTC. Based on April Genevieve Tucholke’s acclaimed children’s book, the imaginative production combines magic, music, shadow play, humor, and heartfelt storytelling. When Beatrice casts a spell to create endless darkness, she learns that the things we fear can become beautiful when they are brought into the light. The play celebrates curiosity, courage, connection, and the importance of every voice in a family and community.

The production is directed by Patrick Flynn and written by Dani Stoller. Each performance lasts one hour and is designed as a fun afternoon theater experience for families.

When: October 3–November 1, 2026.

Showtimes: Performances are scheduled for October 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, and 31, and November 1, 2026. Each date offers performances at 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 2:00–3:00 p.m.

Tickets: $27. Admission is free for children under age 1.

Presented by: Adventure Theatre MTC.

Written by: Dani Stoller.

Directed by: Patrick Flynn.

Run time: One hour.

Ages: The page does not list a general age restriction. Children under age 1 receive free admission.

Venue: Adventure Theatre MTC at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, Maryland 20812.

Accessibility: No accessibility information is currently available for this event.

Parking: Free parking is available in the Glen Echo Park parking lot off Oxford Road. Visitors should follow the bridge into the park; Adventure Theatre MTC is on the left, past the carousel and beneath the tallest red towers. Parents and guardians with young children should allow approximately 10 minutes to walk from the parking area to the theater.

Contact: The box office can be reached at (301) 634-2270 or boxoffice@adventuretheatre-mtc.org.