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Peter and the Starcatcher TYA

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Please email francesca@nullmillmountain.org for group reservations.

Peter and the Star Catcher is a whimsical prequel to the beloved story of Peter Pan, based on the novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson. The play follows a young orphan and his companions as they embark on a high-seas adventure, where they meet Molly, a star catcher-in-training, who is on a mission to protect a magical substance called “starstuff.” With imaginative storytelling, clever humor, and an ensemble cast playing multiple roles, this play reveals the origins of Peter Pan, Captain Hook, and Neverland, capturing the magic of childhood wonder and the power of believing in the impossible.


Here are the following performance dates and times on the Waldron Stage:

Friday – April 25 at 10:00am(STUDENT FIELD TRIP) & 6:30pm

Saturday – April 26 at 1pm & 6:30pm

Sunday – April 27 at 1:00pm and 4:00pm

Wednesday – April 30 at 10:00am(STUDENT FIELD TRIP) & 6:30pm

Thursday – May 1 at 10:00am(STUDENT FIELD TRIP) & 6:30pm

Friday – May 2 at 10:00am(STUDENT FIELD TRIP) & 6:30pm

Saturday – May 3 at 1:00pm & 6:30pm

Sunday – May 4 at 1:00pm
See link below for the RSVP link:
Peter & The Starcatcher Student Field Trips are SOLD OUT. To reserve a spot on the cancellation list please email francesca@nullmillmountain.org. Or to receive information about future tours please fill out the form linked below!
Tour Interest Form
All public performances are PWYC (Pay What You Can). This year there will also be the option to pay a donation to reserve seats in advance. There will only be 50 seats to RSVP at each performance. 

The Rainbow Fish, The Musical

The Rainbow Fish, The Musical is a delightful stage adaptation of the beloved children’s book by Marcus Pfister. The story follows the most beautiful fish in the ocean, known for his shimmering scales, as he learns about sharing and the true meaning of happiness. When the Rainbow Fish initially refuses to share his special scales, he finds himself lonely and isolated. Guided by the wise octopus, he discovers that generosity and friendship bring greater joy than possessing beauty alone. Filled with vibrant characters, colorful visuals, and a heartwarming message, this play captures the magic of kindness and the joy of giving.

Check out these performance dates. Shows are free to attend!

Million Dollar Quartet

Returning for an encore production, Million Dollar Quartet, the smash-hit musical inspired by the famed recording session that brought rock ‘n’ roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins together for one unforgettable night. Million Dollar Quartet features a glorious score of rock ‘n’ roll, gospel, R&B, and country hits, performed live onstage by world-class actors and musicians. Songs include “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “Walk the Line,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Hound Dog,” and more. Don’t miss this irresistible tale of broken promises, secrets, and celebrations that is both heartwarming and hilarious.

Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus, The Musical

Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus, The Musical! is based on the Caldecott Honor Award-winning book by Mo Willems and is about a pigeon who wants to drive the bus. The pigeon is struggling to find his place in the world until he sees the bus driver and decides he wants to be like her. When the bus driver has a crisis and her passengers are in danger of being late, the pigeon sees his chance to take the wheel. The pigeon uses a variety of tactics to get the bus driver to let him drive, including asking, pleading, cajoling, and even emotional blackmail. However, the bus driver and the audience keep telling him “no”. When the bus breaks down, the pigeon is called to help and flies from bus stop to bus stop to tell people the bus is coming.

We are fully booked for Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus, but if you are you interested in Mill Mountain Theatre stopping by your school, library or business next year or joining us for a Student Matinee? Then sign up and we’ll notify you when we’re booking our next tour in 2026!

Tour Interest Form

DISCLAIMER: If you are planning on attending one of our public performances of Don’t Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus at a library, please check the library’s website directly as some locations require a prior reservation.

9 to 5

9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s, this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic.

Pushed to the boiling point, three female coworkers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss. In a hilarious turn of events, Violet, Judy and Doralee live out their wildest fantasy – giving their boss the boot! While Hart remains “otherwise engaged,” the women give their workplace a dream makeover, taking control of the company that had always kept them down. Hey, a girl can scheme, can’t she?

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical

Based on the best-selling novel by Rick Riordan, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical brings the epic adventure of a teenage boy who discovers he’s the son of Poseidon to electrifying life on stage! With a thrilling rock score, a heart-pounding quest, and a wildly imaginative take on Greek mythology, this high-energy musical is perfect for fans of all ages.

Follow Percy and his friends Annabeth, Grover, and the rest of their camp buddies, as they battle monsters, outwit gods, and search for Zeus’s stolen lightning bolt to stop a war on Mount Olympus.

Pete the Cat

For Pete the Cat, life is an adventure no matter where you wind up. So the minute the groovy blue cat meets The Biddles, he gets the whole family rocking. That is, except for young Jimmy Biddle, the most organized second grader on planet Earth.

But when Jimmy draws a blank in art class during the last week of school, it turns out Pete is the perfect pal to help him out. Together, they set out on a mission to help Jimmy conquer second grade art, and along the way, they both learn a little something new about inspiration. Join Jimmy and Pete on an adventure of friendship, all the way to Paris and back in a VW Bus!

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory…but only to a lucky few. Young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka’s world of pure imagination including chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels and the great glass elevator, all to be revealed by Wonka’s army of curious Oompa-Loompas.

Curious George: The Golden Meatball

Join Curious George, the inquisitive, lovable monkey-star of books, movies and the award-winning PBS television show in a brand new musical. Curious George: The Golden Meatball TYA is a loveable adventure, specifically designed for young audiences, that is sure to leave them singing and swinging down the aisles.

All You-Can-Eat Meatball Day came just once a year. George had been waiting all month for that day, a day almost bigger than his birthday! On Meatball Day, George helped his friend, Chef Pisghetti, cook some delicious meatballs and serve them to the hungry crowd. But this year, the crowd had vanished! Something was keeping people away… something pretty big. And that something was Phinneas T. Lightspeed and his speedy Meatballs-o-Matic machine. In despair, Chef Pisghetti vows to cook no more. Determined to help his friend, George goes on a mission to enter the Chef’s meatballs in the world-famous Golden Meatball Contest in Rome.

With every swing and flip, George takes the audience through a fun-filled adventure, in which he learns more about Rome… and meatballs… and the secret ingredient to cooking!

Encore: A Broadway Celebration

From golden age classics to today’s Broadway showstoppers, there is sure to be something for everyone in this tribute to the stage. Featuring MMT’s very own 2026 apprentice class, emerge yourself into the world of theatre with your favorite ballads, production numbers, and iconic hits. Get your tickets for Encore: A Broadway Celebration on October 9th and 10th.

Wizard of Oz

L. Frank Baum’s classic novel comes to life in The Wizard of Oz. This faithful adaptation by the Royal Shakespeare Company features all the most beloved songs and moments from the 1939 classic film, brought to life onstage. Young Dorothy Gale is swept away by a tornado from her Kansas farm to the magical land of Oz. There, she encounters a host of whimsical characters: good witches, bad witches, animals that talk, scarecrows that walk, and things magical to behold. To find her way home, she must journey along the Yellow Brick Road to see the mysterious and all-powerful Wizard in Emerald City. Along the way, she makes new friends, but must also brave many dangers, including the Wicked Witch of the West, who will stop at nothing to get her hands on Dorothy’s magical ruby slippers. To make it home safely, Dorothy must learn an important lesson: there’s no place like home.

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