HAROLD AND THE PURPLE CRAYON
by Enchantment Theatre


"One night, after thinking it over for some time, Harold decided to go for a walk in the moonlight." So begins this gentle story that shows just how far your imagination can take you. Armed only with an oversized purple crayon, young Harold draws himself a landscape full of beauty and excitement. But this is no hare-brained, impulsive flight of fantasy. Cherubic, round-headed Harold conducts his adventure with the utmost prudence, letting his imagination run free, but keeping his wits about him all the while. He takes the necessary purple-crayon precautions: drawing landmarks to ensure he won't get lost; sketching a boat when he finds himself in deep water; and creating a purple pie picnic when he feels the first pangs of hunger.

The "Harold" books by Crockett Johnson have captivated families for more than fifty years, celebrating the imagination of children and the unique way they see the world.

For more than 25 years, Enchantment Theatre Company has produced original theater for children and families. The company presents inspiring classic tales, using its signature blend of magic, mask, pantomime, puppetry and original music. This production will delight and amaze anyone whose heart is young and adventurous.

"one of the nation's most revered organizations for cross-generational theatre" Philadelphia Weekly

 

Charline McCombs
Empire Theatre