What’s On Stage

Disney’s The Little Mermaid, The Musical. October 20, 2023 – November 5, 2023.
Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl” and “Part of Your World.”

William Shakespeare’s Midsummers Night’s Dream. February 2 – 18, 2024.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream explores the complexities of love, the power of imagination, and the interplay between reality and illusion, all wrapped in Shakespeare’s signature wit and poetic language. It remains one of his most beloved and enduring comedies, captivating audiences with its enchanting blend of romance, humor, and the magical world of fairies.

Disney’s The Descendants, The Musical. May 3 – 19, 2024.
Based on the popular Disney Channel Original Movies, Disney’s Descendants: The Musical is a brand-new musical jam-packed with comedy, adventure, Disney characters, and hit songs from the films!
Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost – home of the most infamous villains who ever lived – the teenaged children of Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Jafar, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island… until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney heroes, they have a difficult choice to make: should they follow in their parents’ wicked footsteps or learn to be good?
Tickets

Gift Certificates
Share the gift of live theatre by purchasing a CTA gift certificate! These make a great present for grandparents who want to spend more time with their children or kids who don’t need any more toys.
Simply buy as many tickets as you would like to gift and the recipient will be provided with a discount code to use for a future show. Redeem the gift card online for the show you want through ticketleap.com with the code you will receive with each gift card purchase.
Season Subscriptions
By purchasing a season subscription, you’ll receive discounted ticket prices to our entire season of mainstage productions. Purchase your season subscription online, and then contact CTA’s box office at boxoffice@childrenstheatreofannapolis.org to reserve your choice of seats (based on availability).
Current Season Subscription Prices
- $54 Adults
- $45 Youth (12 & younger), Senior Citizens (65 & older) and Active Military
Box Office Information
Box Office
1661 Bay Head Road
Annapolis, MD 21409
410-757-2281
boxoffice@childrenstheatreofannapolis.org
All individual/group performance tickets must be purchased online at cta.ticketleap.com.
Showtimes
- 7 p.m. Friday
- 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Saturday
- 2 p.m. Sunday
The Box Office opens one hour prior to showtime. Seating begins 30 minutes prior to showtime.
Ticket Prices
Single Tickets
$20 adults
$18 youth (12 & younger), senior citizens (60 & older), Active Military with ID (must be shown at the Box Office when picking up tickets at Will Call)
Group Discount
$16 General Admission
Groups must have 10 (or more) people attending the same performance to receive the discounted rate. Not exchangeable for another performance.
Seating Policy
Seats are guaranteed only until curtain time. Latecomers may have to wait to be seated until an appropriate break in the performance. Children’s Theatre of Annapolis reserves the right not to seat latecomers if an appropriate time is not available to do so. Latecomer seating is at the discretion of the House Manager.
General Information
In the event of inclement weather we will reschedule your ticket/s to the following weekend or a later make up performance date. Show cancellation details will be announced on our social media channels.
Refund Policy
CTA show tickets are nonrefundable. Tickets may be exchanged based on availability. To inquire about exchanging your tickets, contact the box office at boxoffice@childrenstheatreofannapolis.org.
Events
Audition Workshop
Children's Theatre of Annapolis 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MDElevate your acting audition technique and confidence. Get yourself audition-ready in this specialized workshop with one-on-one + group guidance from a local theatre professional. Attain effective and confident audition techniques. Get successful acting and audition skills and mindset. NOTE: Hair must be pulled back and out of the face. Wear clothing appropriate for movement. Shoes should be either dance shoes […]
THEATRE PRODUCTION WORKSHOP – Who Will be the Next North Pole Star?
Children's Theatre of Annapolis 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MDTHEATRE PRODUCTION WORKSHOP Who Will be the Next North Pole Star? By Alexi Alfieri Searching for the next hit series, Mr. Jack Frost and his unenthused but efficient cameraman stop by the office of Jack’s old friend, Santa Claus. Jack is looking for his next potential star and plans to give that lucky person, elf, or reindeer their own television […]
BACKSTAGE CREW Tech Workshop
Children's Theatre of Annapolis 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MDCome learn what it means to work backstage crew. We will have volunteer actor’s perform a scene for us as we run tech for the scene. You will learn about setting up the stage, moving set pieces, what to do if a scene goes wrong and all the terminology + skills you will need to volunteer for an upcoming production. […]
SOUND & LIGHTS Tech Workshop
Children's Theatre of Annapolis 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MDGet an in-depth look at what it means to design lights and sound. Learn the terminology needed, get a close look at equipment, and learn how to run the sound and light boards, and spot lights. This is a perfect way to get some hands-on experience and ask any questions you may have to get you set up for volunteering […]
William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream Auditions
Children's Theatre of Annapolis 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MDChildren’s Theatre of Annapolis What is Expected When You Audition? A Midsummer Night’s Dream Audition Dates: Sat, Oct 7, 2023 at 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sun, Oct 8 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Callbacks: Mon, Oct 9 6-9 p.m. Age requirements: CTA makes every attempt to provide a fair and equal audition opportunity for all actors ages 12-18 (as of the audition date; […]
Past Productions
Once Upon A Mattress (2023)
Peter & The Starcatcher (2023)
Matilda (2022)
Robin Hood (2022)
The Addams Family (2021)
Disney's Frozen JR. (2021)
The Hobbit (2020)
Tarzan (2019)
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe (2019)
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (2019)
Peter Pan (2018)
Madagascar JR. (2018)
Beauty and the Beast (2017)
James and the Giant Peach (2017)
Seussical (2016)
Bugsy Malone (2015)
The Little Mermaid JR. (2013)
Snow White (2013)
Second Stage (2013)
Legally Blonde (2013)
Get Smart (2012)
Alice in Wonderland JR. (2012)
Grease: The School Version (2012)
Awards & Press
CTA is pleased to have been featured in a number of local publications and websites, as well have earned a variety of awards.
PRESS
Voted #1 in the Top 5 Shows of the Week – MD Theatre Guide
Week of January 29, 2023
1. “Peter and the Starcatcher” at Children’s Theatre of Annapolis
“This tight, well-timed production is constantly surprising, from the unexpected opening numbers to the last ensemble lift.” – Sue Tilberry
READ review.
Awards
2020 What’s Up? Annapolis Best Of
Best Nonprofit Organization
2019 The Capital Reader’s Choice Awards
Best Theatre Company
2019 Ruby Griffith Awards
First Runner Up, Outstanding Achievement in a Musical “Peter Pan”
2018 Ruby Griffith Awards
All Round Production Excellence “Beauty and the Beast”
2017 Ruby Griffith Awards
Hulafrog’s “Most Loved” Award, Annapolis/Severna Park
2016 Ruby Griffith Awards
“Suessical the Musical”
- Best Musicals in Professional Theatres in DC/MD/VA
- Best Performances and Ensembles in Musicals in Professional Theaters in DC/MD/VA: Kaylee Bloom (Jo-Jo), Reilly Claxton (Gertrude McFuzz), and Dave Martinek (Horton), Seussical
- Best Direction in Musicals in Professional Theatres in DC/MD/VA – Brian Mellen, Seussical
2008 Ruby Griffith Awards
First Runner Up, Outstanding Achievement in a Musical “Beauty and the Beast”


2020 What’s Up? Magazine’s Best of Annapolis

2019 Capital Gazette Reader’s Choice Award Winner

2018 Ruby Griffith Award Winner