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Imagine U: The Wong Kids in the Secret of the Space Chupacabra, Go!

Oct. 24 – Nov. 3, 2024

Thursday, 10/24 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, 10/26 at 2 p.m.
Sunday, 10/27 at 2 p.m.
Saturday, 11/2 at 11 a.m. (Sensory Performance)
Saturday, 11/2 at 2 p.m.
Sunday, 11/3 at 2 p.m. 

Ethel M. Barber Theater
30 Arts Circle Drive

Ticket Pricing

General Public $20
Full-Time Students and Children $12
Full-Time NU Students $8 in advance, $12 at the door
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By Lloyd Suh
Directed by Jamal Howard

Violet and Bruce Wong just don’t fit in with the other Earth kids. Sure, they have superpowers; they’re just not very good ones. But when an evil beast called the Space Chupacabra appears, intent on universal destruction, the Wong kids must travel to far reaches of outer space to stop it …if they can only stop bickering. Violet and Bruce ultimately realize that being different isn’t just okay; it might just be the most important thing ever. Using a mix of action-driven storytelling, puppetry, and visual magic, The Wong Kids transports its audience into the galaxy’s far reaches.

NORTHWESTERN NOW: New Imagine U adventure is a sibling journey that’s out of this world

Suggested Ages 7+
Approximate Run Time 70 minutes, no intermission
Audience Advisories: loud sounds, haze, flashing lights. See additional Content Warnings.

Creative Drama Workshops
October 27 and November 3, after our 2 p.m. shows

After seeing the show, join us for this free 45-minute creative drama workshop, with Northwestern teaching artists and members of the cast. This workshop is available to any child who attends, and parents and guardians are also encouraged to participate.

This workshop will include puppetry, exploring elements of space, and fun with superpowers. Suggested ages 7+

Due to our limited space, registration is required

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Please contact the Wirtz Center Box Office  wirtz@northwestern.edu to let us know of any special accommodations we may need to make for your child.

Workshops will take place immediately after the show in Wirtz, with participants being escorted in a group from the Ethel M. Barber Theater lobby to the workshop space.

Sensory Friendly Performance
November 2, 11 a.m.

This specialized performance facilitated by Seesaw Theatre in collaboration with Imagine U will provide a relaxed and safe environment for audience members with special needs. This performance is open to all with an enhanced focus on theatrical accessibility.
Modifications to the experience include:

  • A detailed social story will be sent to audience members the week of the show. This guide can help prepare your child for the experience of visiting the theatre and seeingThe Wong Kids in the Secret of the Space Chupacabra, Go! 
  • Select changes to light and sound cues to minimize sudden changes and high-volume effect.
  • A quiet space for audience members, if they need a break from the performance at any time.
  • Theatre teaching artists with a background in theatrical accessibility will be present.
  • Sensory kits (including items such as headphones, sunglasses, fidget toys, etc.) will be available to audience members upon request.

All audience members for this performance will experience this sensory-friendly performance. Fidget toys and communication devices will be welcome in the theatre. If there is anything additional we can do to support you and your child’s experience for this performance, please reach out to us wirtz@northwestern.edu