This winter, Arden Children’s Theatre invites families to journey across time and space with an exciting adaptation of Madeline L’Engle’s beloved book, A Wrinkle in Time.
Adapted by John Glore, winner of the Newbery Medal, A Wrinkle in Time has inspired generations of readers, and even a major motion picture, since its publication. Now, the Arden brings this timeless classic to its stage for the first time. Philadelphia-based director Rebecca Wright returns to lead the imaginative production for audiences ages six and up.
The fantastical production features Meg Murry (Mersha Wambua), who feels more out of place than ever, until a mysterious visitor appears at her door and sweeps her, her brilliant brother Charles Wallace (Jayson Brown), and their friend Calvin (Daniel Burgess) on an adventure through time and space. Guided by three celestial beings: Mrs. Whatsit (Doug Hara), Mrs. Who (Julianna Zinkel), and Mrs. Which (Steven Anthony Wright), the trio must face unimaginable forces of darkness to rescue Meg’s missing father and restore light to the universe. Along the way, Meg discovers that love and courage may be the greatest power of all.
“This story reminds us that imagination and love are boundless. It’s about kids saving their parents, finding bravery in unexpected places, and that the real triumph in this story is love,” Wright says. “A lot of us on this project are parents ourselves. We’re making something that honors the intelligence and imagination of kids. It’s funny, heartfelt, and adventurous, a story families can truly share.”
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A Wrinkle in Time unfolds on the Arden’s 360-seat F. Otto Haas Stage located at 40 N. 2nd Street in Philadelphia with previews beginning December 3, opening night December 13, and performances through January 25, 2026. Single ticket prices vary by performance and start at $32. Tickets are available by phone at 215.922.1122, also at the Arden Theatre Company Box Office at 40 N. 2nd Street in Philadelphia or click here to purchase online.
Special events and performances for A Wrinkle in Time include:
- Student Matinees| Sunday, November 16, at 2 p.m. and Thursday, December 11, at 7 p.m. – Join a member of Arden’s artist team for post-show talkbacks.
- Smart Caption Glasses | Starting Saturday, December 20 – Wearable, customizable Closed Captioning Glasses are available to reserve for performances. Click here to learn more.
- American Sign Language (ASL) Shadow Interpretation| Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 10:30 am, and
Saturday, January 1 & 7 at 4:00 p.m. – ASL Interpretation where signers follow / “shadow” cast movement.
The Arden is fully accessible to people with special needs and named a Keystone of Accessibility by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Resources available for families include assistive listening devices, sensory processing tools, smart caption glasses, large print programs, and more. Click here to check out the offerings.
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