THE CLAW: A New Children's Musical

We’re thrilled to kick off our upcoming season with an extraordinary adventure that's sure to capture your imagination. Introducing The Claw: A New Children's Musical —a tale of wonder, friendship, and the courage to reach beyond the comfort zone. When a forgotten claw machine springs to life, it's not just about the game; it's about the journey. Join Dot, a stuffed cow with a big heart, and a cast of charismatic toys as they navigate their world within the claw machine, discovering the true meaning of home and friendship.

Production Details: 

THE CLAW

A New Children’s Musical

By Denver Casado, Jessica Penzias, Kerry Kazmierowicztrimm,

Christyn Budzyna & Jack Mitchell

THE CLAW is presented through special

arrangement with Beat by Beat Press (www.bbbpress.com)

Direction by Mark Williams

Choreography by Camila Nolte

Stage Manager & Prodcuer:  Melissa Charles

Costume Designer: Crystal Johnson

Guest Music Direction by Xavier Taylor

Assistant Director: Ellie Jones

Assistant Stage Managers: Stella Gelfand, Elias Richardson

Assistant Choreographer: Maggie Barnes

ANY VIDEO RECORDING MADE OF THIS PERFORMANCE IS AUTHORIZED FOR PERSONAL, AT-HOME, NON-COMMERCIAL USE ONLY. THE SALE OR DISTRIBUTION OF SUCH RECORDING IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED UNDER FEDERAL COPYRIGHT LAW.

POLICIES This INDOOR performance will take place at the Belmont Arts Collaborative (221 Carlton Road, Suite 3, Charlottesville, VA 22902 - in Kathy's shopping Center).

SEATING: - Seating will begin 30 minutes before the performance. Please do not attempt to enter prior to 30 minutes before the performance.

REFUNDS:  There are no refunds. If you need to change the date of your performance which has not yet ocurred, please email office@DMRAdventures.com and we will do our best to accommodate your request, but there may be an exchange fee.

AGE OF ADMISSION: - The recommended age of admission is 4 years old, but you may certainly bring younger students if you feel they will enjoy the show and be able to sit quietly in the small theatre for approximately 45 minutes. Please note that our theatre is very intimate and your neighbors are close! Our actors use the lobby to make entrances and exits. Due to the intimate nature of the theatre, each person who needs a seat will need a ticket.

PRICING:  Our pricing model, like most of our classes and programs is based on an accessible model, rather than a set price for age or location in the space. You may be familiar with the terms "sliding scale" or "pay what you can/will." Please choose the price point that is right for you/your family/your financial requirements. If all price points are out of reach, feel free to contact Partner@DMRAdventures.com and we will work on a solution!

MASKS:  At this time, masks are not required for audience members.

CHECK-IN: Patrons will present their name to the box office assistant at check-in, but also please have you digital ticket in your possession.

LATE ARRIVAL:  Latecomers who arrive after the performance time may not be seated. Late seating is at the discretion of the house manager.

RUN-TIME: - The performance will run approx. 45 minutes with no intermission.

ACCESSIBILITY: -Please reach out to office@DMRAdventures.com with any accessibility needs at least 24 hours prior to the performance.

FOOD/DRINK: - There will be  options for food and drink at concessions. Please bring cash or credit card. 

FILMING: - Due to the license for this show, filming of any kind is prohibited. No filming will be allowed and the performance will not be live streamed. Please do not take photos, flash or otherwise.

STANDBY POLICY If you'd like to buy tickets for a sold out performance, you can join the standby line, which will begin no earlier than 30 minutes before show time. Unclaimed tickets will begin to be released no earlier than 5 minutes before the show begins. Anyone wishing to buy unclaimed tickets MUST stay physically in line, and no single person may buy more than 2 tickets. There will be no list in writing and it will be impossible to get tickets for the sold out performance more than 5 minutes before the show begins. Being in the standby line does not guarantee you will get a ticket, but we will do our best to accommodate as many people as possible.