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Westport Country Playhouse Brings Pete the Cat to Its Stage

Westport Country Playhouse Presents Family Festivities Musical "Pete's Big Hollywood Adventure" on Sun., Feb. 26, at 1 and 4 p.m.

Westport Country Playhouse’s Family Festivities will bring the popular children’s book character, Pete the Cat, to its stage in the musical, “Pete’s Big Hollywood Adventure,” on Sunday, February 26, at 1 and 4 p.m. Produced by TheaterWorksUSA, the show is based on the “Pete the Cat” series of books by Kimberly and James Dean.


The shows is appropriate for grades pre-K through three and runs approximately one-hour in length. Tickets are $25 each; limited availability for both performances.

In “Pete’s Big Hollywood Adventure,” Pete the Cat and his buddy Callie the Calico sneak into the Hollywood Studios and get lost in the world of the movies. Join Pete, Callie, Ethyl the shy dinosaur, and Robo-Pete in this rockin' new musical adventure that features several fun-filled “Pete the Cat” books, including “Cavecat Pete,” “Pete the Cat and the Treasure Map,” and “The Cool Cat Boogie.”

“Pete’s Big Hollywood Adventure” has book and lyrics by Sarah Hammond, with music by Will Aronson, orchestrations by Conor Keelan, scenic design by Rob Odorisio, and costume design by Dustin Cross. The musical is directed and choreographed by Christine O'Grady Roberts. The cast includes Gabbie Pisapia, Mukta Phatak, Dan Zimberg, Kelly Grago, Gabe Hernandez

2023 marks the 56th year that TheaterWorksUSA has been creating exceptional, transformative theatrical experiences that are accessible to young and family audiences across 440 communities in North America. With over 130 shows produced, and over 93 million audiences, TheaterWorksUSA continues to jump-start the careers of countless writers, composers, and performers, along with inspiring children with enlightening content that encourages a positive, inclusive worldview. To learn more, visit www.TWUSA.org.

This presentation of “Pete’s Big Hollywood Adventure” is sponsored by Frontier Communications. Education programming at Westport Country Playhouse is generously supported by Roz & Bud Siegel. Additional support is from Robert and Jan Anestis; the Eunice and David Bigelow Foundation; Paige and Jodi Couture; The David and Geri Epstein Foundation; George A. and Grace L. Long Foundation; National Endowment for the Arts; Elizabeth and Matt Salem; Adolph and Ruth Schnurmacher Foundation, Inc.; and Barbara K. Streicker.
For full details on “Pete’s Big Hollywood Adventure,” visit https://www.westportplayhouse.org/show/petesbighollywoodadventure/

Masks are encouraged, but not required. For updates on Covid-19 health and safety protocols at the Playhouse, visit https://www.westportplayhouse.org/visit/covid19safety/

All artists, titles, dates, and times are subject to change.

Everyone in the audience requires a ticket. For more information and to buy tickets, visit westportplayhouse.org, or call the box office at (203) 227-4177, toll-free at 1-888-927-7529, or visit Westport Country Playhouse, 25 Powers Court, off Route 1, Westport. Stay connected to the Playhouse on Facebook (Westport Country Playhouse), Instagram (@wcplayhouse), YouTube (WestportPlayhouse), and Twitter (@wcplayhouse).

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