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Imagine U: Doctor De Soto

Saturday, November 1, 2025 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CT
Wirtz Center: Josephine Louis Theater, 20 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208 map it

A stage adaptation of the beloved, Newbery Award-winning picture book
Doctor De Soto
By Idris Goodwin
Based on the Book by William Steig
Directed by Jamal Howard

Award-winning playwright Idris Goodwin brings William Steig’s tale of wit, wisdom, and whimsy to the stage with an eye-popping blend of live-action, puppetry, music, and rhyme. Despite the sign outside stating that they do not treat predators, the De Soto family dentist practice takes pity on a suffering fox with a rotten tooth. But once he opens his jaws and they must step inside, they begin to rethink their decision. Full of excitement and laughter, this modern-day fable proves that even the smallest creatures can make a big difference with kindness and a little quick thinking.

Approximate run time: 1 hour, no intermission
Suggested ages: 4 to 10

Cost: General Public $20
Full-Time Students and Children $12
Full-Time NU Students $8 in advance, $12 at the door

A per ticket service charge will be added to all online ($3 per ticket) and phone ($2 per ticket) purchases.

Audience

  • Faculty/Staff
  • Student
  • Public
  • Post Docs/Docs
  • Graduate Students

Contact

Wirtz Center
(847) 491-7282
Email

Interest

  • Arts/Humanities

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