Second Street Players Children’s Theater offers ‘Charlotte’s Web’ Oct. 7-9

A classic tale spins its way into Milford as Second Street Players Children's Theater presents E.B White's Classic “Charlotte's Web,” adapted by Joseph Robinette Friday, through Sunday, Oct. 7-9. Friday and Saturday night curtain is at 7 p.m., and Sunday curtain is at 1 p.m. All performances will be held at the Riverfront Theater 2 S. Walnut Street. Friday night is a special family night as tickets are Pay What You Can; Saturday and Sunday tickets are $5 for children 17 and under, and $10 for adults 18 and over. Tickets can be purchased at the door; all seats are general admission. For more information go to www.secondstreetplayers.com

“Charlotte's Web” is based on the book by E.B. White. The Children's Literature Association named this "the best American children's book of the past two hundred years," and Robinette, working with the advice of E.B. White, has created a play that captures this work in a thrilling and utterly practical theatrical presentation. The costumes and unit set may be quite simple - it's the story and relationships that make the show. All the enchanting characters are here: Wilbur, the irresistible young pig who desperately wants to avoid the butcher; Fern, a girl who understands what animals say to each other; Templeton, the gluttonous rat who can occasionally be talked into a good deed; the Zuckerman family; the Arables; and, most of all, the extraordinary spider, Charlotte, who proves to be "a true friend and a good writer." Determined to save Wilbur, Charlotte begins her campaign with the "miracle" of her web in which she writes, "Some pig." It's the beginning of a victorious campaign which ultimately ends with the now-safe Wilbur doing what is most important to Charlotte. This is a beautiful, knowing play about friendship

Co-Directors Bill Walton and Joshua Gross with Assistant Director Teresa Busche bring this classic tale to life. The talented cast of actors range in age from 6 to 40-plus. This show will bring smiles to kids and adults of all ages. Follow this heart warming story of love and friendship until the last curtain falls. The Second Street Players shine in this beloved classic.

Tickets can be purchased at the door all seats are general admission.