When:
Saturday, March 7, 2026
All day
Where: Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts, Hal and Martha Wallis Theater, 1949 Campus Drive; 10-30 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208 map it
Cost: General Public $12
Full-Time Students and Children $7
A per ticket service charge will be added to all online ($3 per ticket) and phone ($2 per ticket) purchases.
Contact:
Wirtz Center
(847) 491-7282
Group: Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts
Category: Fine Arts
Director Ellie Levine
Co-Creator Splish, Splash: A Day on the Lake Jamal Howard
Artistic Mentor Lynn Kelso
Created in collaboration with Northwestern Undergraduates and 2-5-year-olds at Total Child Preschool
Join us for a vibrant and engaging introduction to the magic of theatre, specially designed for children aged 2-5 and their grown-ups. Two different remounted shows will take place: Imagine That! (3/7 and 3/15) and Splish, Splash: A Day on the Lake (3/8 and 3/14).
Our multi-sensory performances offer a delightful first taste of live theatre, crafted by a dedicated team of educational artists who specialize in early childhood development alongside undergraduate students focused on theatre for young audiences. Come and experience the joy of interactive storytelling and creative exploration with your little ones!
Imagine That!
Autumn, Winter, and Spring are on a mission to make a rainbow, but they need the help of Summer—that’s you! In this interactive, multi-sensory adventure, preschool audiences will use the power of their imagination to bring the colors of the seasons to life.
Approximate run time: 45 minutes
Suggested ages: 2-5
Splish, Splash: A Day on the Lake
Set sail on a magical journey around Lake Michigan! Through music, puppetry, and interactive experiences, our crew of young sailors will explore the wildlife and whimsy of the lake.
Approximate run time: 45 minutes
Suggested ages: 2-5
When:
Sunday, March 8, 2026
All day
Where: Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts, Hal and Martha Wallis Theater, 1949 Campus Drive; 10-30 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208 map it
Cost: General Public $12
Full-Time Students and Children $7
A per ticket service charge will be added to all online ($3 per ticket) and phone ($2 per ticket) purchases.
Contact:
Wirtz Center
(847) 491-7282
Group: Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts
Category: Fine Arts
Director Ellie Levine
Co-Creator Splish, Splash: A Day on the Lake Jamal Howard
Artistic Mentor Lynn Kelso
Created in collaboration with Northwestern Undergraduates and 2-5-year-olds at Total Child Preschool
Join us for a vibrant and engaging introduction to the magic of theatre, specially designed for children aged 2-5 and their grown-ups. Two different remounted shows will take place: Imagine That! (3/7 and 3/15) and Splish, Splash: A Day on the Lake (3/8 and 3/14).
Our multi-sensory performances offer a delightful first taste of live theatre, crafted by a dedicated team of educational artists who specialize in early childhood development alongside undergraduate students focused on theatre for young audiences. Come and experience the joy of interactive storytelling and creative exploration with your little ones!
Imagine That!
Autumn, Winter, and Spring are on a mission to make a rainbow, but they need the help of Summer—that’s you! In this interactive, multi-sensory adventure, preschool audiences will use the power of their imagination to bring the colors of the seasons to life.
Approximate run time: 45 minutes
Suggested ages: 2-5
Splish, Splash: A Day on the Lake
Set sail on a magical journey around Lake Michigan! Through music, puppetry, and interactive experiences, our crew of young sailors will explore the wildlife and whimsy of the lake.
Approximate run time: 45 minutes
Suggested ages: 2-5
When:
Saturday, March 14, 2026
All day
Where: Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts, Hal and Martha Wallis Theater, 1949 Campus Drive; 10-30 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208 map it
Cost: General Public $12
Full-Time Students and Children $7
A per ticket service charge will be added to all online ($3 per ticket) and phone ($2 per ticket) purchases.
Contact:
Wirtz Center
(847) 491-7282
Group: Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts
Category: Fine Arts
Director Ellie Levine
Co-Creator Splish, Splash: A Day on the Lake Jamal Howard
Artistic Mentor Lynn Kelso
Created in collaboration with Northwestern Undergraduates and 2-5-year-olds at Total Child Preschool
Join us for a vibrant and engaging introduction to the magic of theatre, specially designed for children aged 2-5 and their grown-ups. Two different remounted shows will take place: Imagine That! (3/7 and 3/15) and Splish, Splash: A Day on the Lake (3/8 and 3/14).
Our multi-sensory performances offer a delightful first taste of live theatre, crafted by a dedicated team of educational artists who specialize in early childhood development alongside undergraduate students focused on theatre for young audiences. Come and experience the joy of interactive storytelling and creative exploration with your little ones!
Imagine That!
Autumn, Winter, and Spring are on a mission to make a rainbow, but they need the help of Summer—that’s you! In this interactive, multi-sensory adventure, preschool audiences will use the power of their imagination to bring the colors of the seasons to life.
Approximate run time: 45 minutes
Suggested ages: 2-5
Splish, Splash: A Day on the Lake
Set sail on a magical journey around Lake Michigan! Through music, puppetry, and interactive experiences, our crew of young sailors will explore the wildlife and whimsy of the lake.
Approximate run time: 45 minutes
Suggested ages: 2-5
When:
Sunday, March 15, 2026
All day
Where: Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts, Hal and Martha Wallis Theater, 1949 Campus Drive; 10-30 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208 map it
Cost: General Public $12
Full-Time Students and Children $7
A per ticket service charge will be added to all online ($3 per ticket) and phone ($2 per ticket) purchases.
Contact:
Wirtz Center
(847) 491-7282
Group: Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts
Category: Fine Arts
Director Ellie Levine
Co-Creator Splish, Splash: A Day on the Lake Jamal Howard
Artistic Mentor Lynn Kelso
Created in collaboration with Northwestern Undergraduates and 2-5-year-olds at Total Child Preschool
Join us for a vibrant and engaging introduction to the magic of theatre, specially designed for children aged 2-5 and their grown-ups. Two different remounted shows will take place: Imagine That! (3/7 and 3/15) and Splish, Splash: A Day on the Lake (3/8 and 3/14).
Our multi-sensory performances offer a delightful first taste of live theatre, crafted by a dedicated team of educational artists who specialize in early childhood development alongside undergraduate students focused on theatre for young audiences. Come and experience the joy of interactive storytelling and creative exploration with your little ones!
Imagine That!
Autumn, Winter, and Spring are on a mission to make a rainbow, but they need the help of Summer—that’s you! In this interactive, multi-sensory adventure, preschool audiences will use the power of their imagination to bring the colors of the seasons to life.
Approximate run time: 45 minutes
Suggested ages: 2-5
Splish, Splash: A Day on the Lake
Set sail on a magical journey around Lake Michigan! Through music, puppetry, and interactive experiences, our crew of young sailors will explore the wildlife and whimsy of the lake.
Approximate run time: 45 minutes
Suggested ages: 2-5