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Chicago Children’s Theatre is Chicago’s premier professional theatre company dedicated to creating awe-inspiring theatrical productions and programs for our communities through inclusion and accessibility while inspiring young people and families to lead lives of adventure, courage, and curiosity. Our podcasts feature some of Chicago's best theatrical talent - writers, directors, actors and designers - producing professional quality audio stories for children and families.
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Get On Board - A Brown Line Musical

Chicago Children's Theatre May 11, 2023

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Get On Board - A Brown Line Musical

Get On Board - A Brown Line Musical

Created, composed and starring Henry Golden-Starr 

Featuring Shannon Golden-Starr as Shannon

and Lydia House as Mitten


Chicago’s elevated trains are the heartbeat of the city. It’s more than just public transportation: riding a CTA El train is a chance to connect to new sounds, new neighborhoods and yourself. Take the Brown Line with Henry Golden-Starr on this super-fun musical commute. Get on board at Washington and Wells, press play and head north to Kimball Avenue – you never know what you’ll see or who you’ll meet on your way!

May 11, 202344:57
The 606

The 606

Is there anything more Chicago than turning a 100-year-old elevated train line into a park that connects several different diverse neighborhoods? Well... maybe the Chicago flag! Learn about both as you walk along on a Daddy/Daughter adventure with our narrator and her father as they learn about Chicago’s past and present through all the wonders of its best known urban trail: The 606!


Created by J. Sebastian Fabál and Jessica Fabál



May 11, 202327:30
Reconnect with Welles Park: a Lincoln Squ-area Walkie Talkie

Reconnect with Welles Park: a Lincoln Squ-area Walkie Talkie

recommended for ages 6 and up

Written and performed by:  Nicholas Davio and Jyl Fehrenkamp

Sound Design, Music and Mixing by Charlie Malave


Longtime pals Jyl and Nick take a trip into Welles Park to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Come along for the ride and learn a few fun facts about the park's 150-year history as you flex your mind and bend your brain!

Take a breath in the Observation Station, strike a pose in the Gazebo and move mindfully into the mulch of the Nature Play Space.

Nick and Jyl provide a series of suggestions on this gently guided journey that includes musical moves and natural grooves.

Jan 03, 202320:29
The Magic Envelope

The Magic Envelope

by Sean Kelly and Dennis Watkins

Sharpen your best pencil and grab your favorite notebook! Join our narrator at the corner of Dearborn and VanBuren streets in downtown Chicago as she remembers the day her godmother helped her discover the art all around us.  And that’s only the beginning of our adventure - The Magic Envelope: a Downtown Walkie Draw-ie!

Dec 19, 202220:60
Montrose Point

Montrose Point

Starring Harper Merrill and Cooper Merrill

Created by Shawn Pfautsch and Jessica Ridenour


Montrose Point is famous for so many things like beaches, nature, and sports - all on the Lake Michigan shore... It is such an important part of living in Chicago that it feels like this beautiful spot has been there forever. But Montrose Point was born in 1934. In people years, that’s pretty old. But in nature years, that makes Montrose Point basically a kid! So who better to tell you about what makes Montrose Point so interesting… than Montrose Point themself! From subway rocks to an army base, from a Magic Hedge to a fishhook pier… Welcome to... Montrose Point!

Dec 16, 202230:01
Walk Through Food Chinatown
Jul 11, 202220:40
You Say Olympus, I Say West Loop
Jul 08, 202228:40
MJ's Palmer Square Picnic Adventure
Jul 08, 202248:55
Logan Learnin'
Jul 08, 202230:15
Sonic Love Experiment #312
Jul 08, 202221:55
In Search of the Flag

In Search of the Flag

Written by Luis Tubens

Starring Luis Tubens (Papi) and Honor Martinez (Pedro)

Sound Designed by Yamil Rodriguez

Series Announcing by Anthony Lombard


IN SEARCH OF THE FLAG is an audio walking tour of Humboldt Park. 

To learn more and view the walking map, visit chicagochildrenstheatre.org/event/insearchoftheflag/


IN SEARCH OF THE FLAG is brought to you by Night Out In The Parks. Night Out in the Parks brings hundreds of diverse and unique cultural events to Chicago's neighborhood parks throughout the year. Learn more at chicagoparkdistrict.com/night-out-in-the-parks

Aug 02, 202136:16
Sankofa: A Journey into Bronzeville's Poppin' Past
Jul 01, 202140:26
The Night Heron

The Night Heron

Created by Shawn Pfautsch and Jessica Ridenour

With performances by Shawn Pfautsch, Jessica Ridenour, Journei Gavin, and Dana Omar

Season announcing by Anthony Lombard


The Night Heron is an audio walking tour of Horner Park. 

To learn more and view the walking map, visit chicagochildrenstheatre.org/event/the-night-heron/


The Night Heron is brought to you by Night Out In The Parks. Night Out in the Parks brings hundreds of diverse and unique cultural events to Chicago's neighborhood parks throughout the year. Learn more at chicagoparkdistrict.com/night-out-in-the-parks


Jun 01, 202142:55
X-Marks The Spot - Episode 5
Feb 26, 202108:30
X Marks the Spot - Episode 4
Feb 19, 202110:35
X Marks the Spot - Episode 3
Feb 12, 202110:17
X-Marks The Spot - Episode 2
Feb 05, 202108:27
X-Marks The Spot - Episode 1
Jan 29, 202111:48
Saving Solstice - A Move Along Story

Saving Solstice - A Move Along Story

Created by Jessica Ridenour and Shawn Pfautsch, Written by Jessica Ridenour, Music by Shawn Pfautsch, Movement by Sydney Stier
Saving Solstice is a story about Leora, a young girl who lives on a remote island, and when her annual Winter Solstice gathering is cancelled, she devises a plan to escape the island and save Solstice.

Saving Solstice is a Move Along Story, designed to get everyone moving while we may not be able to leave the house. It is the middle of winter after all...

Dec 18, 202034:29
Stacey's Walk
Nov 04, 202021:48
Butterflies, Aztec Gods, and Puerquitos / Sweet Piggie Bread
Nov 04, 202032:51
The Green Heron
Nov 04, 202039:48