Theatre for the Very Young
The Wheels on the Bus (TVY)
Get ready to go “up and down” on a remarkable ride! All aboard, trainees! Bert the Bus Driver is ready to take you all through a town full of colorful characters and comic conundrums in this interactive, immersive play for ages 0 to 5 years old. Get ready to help navigate his route and sing along, of course, as the wipers swish, the horn beeps and passengers move on back.
By Ernie Nolan
Directed by Flora Bare
Produced by special arrangement with Plays for New Audiences.
What is Theatre for the Very Young?
Theatre for the Very Young (TVY) is theatre designed for ages zero through five to support their cognitive development. The purpose of TVY is to support our youngest audience members in engaging with creative play, introducing them to narrative storytelling, and exploring social and emotional learning in a fun and approachable way. TVY is designed to be sensory friendly and an open space for movement, vocalization, and exploration!
Pre-show activities!
Audiences are invited to arrive 30 minutes prior to each showtime (when the “house” opens) to participate in a free pre-show activity, coordinated by RLT’s education department.
Ticket Information
Tickets on sale now!
Runtime is approximately 45 minutes. Recommended for ages 2-5.
Seating for children will be on the floor, and they are welcome and encouraged to move around throughout the show!
Show Times:
- Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 10:00am & 11:15am
- Saturdays and Sundays at 10:00am, 11:15am & 12:30pm
Single ticket prices, excluding tax and fees:
- Adult: $10
- Child (under 12): $5
- Infant (under 1): Free
A ticket is required for all patrons, regardless of age. Please reserve a free ticket for any children under the age of 1. Capacity is limited to 50 attendees per show.
Accessibility Information
All performances are wheelchair accessible.
Assistive listening devices are available for all performances.