Wheelock Family Theatre's production of Charlotte's Web

Charlotte’s Web

April 1 – 26, 2026

Adapted by Joseph Robinette
Based on the book by E.B. White

Directed by Ilyse Robbins

Run Time: Approximately 75 minutes
Recommended for Ages 5 and up

Single tickets go on sale Winter 2026

Accessibility Performance Dates:
TBA

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ABOUT THE SHOW

Adapted from the beloved novel by E.B. White, Charlotte’s Web tells the heartwarming story of friendship, loyalty, and the cycle of life on a family farm. When Fern Arable saves the runt of the litter, a pig named Wilbur, he begins a new life in the barnyard, where he meets a host of colorful animals. Despite his friendly nature, Wilbur soon learns that his future is grim—until he befriends Charlotte, a wise and kind-hearted spider. Determined to save Wilbur from the butcher, Charlotte spins miraculous messages in her web that proclaim his greatness, capturing the attention of the humans and turning Wilbur into a local celebrity. As seasons change, the animals experience joy, fear, and loss, ultimately celebrating the enduring power of love and selflessness.

Filled with humor and tenderness, the play adaptation brings E.B. White’s classic tale to life for audiences of all ages.

CAST

Alan Cid
Bird/Lizard/Large & Terrible Frog

Kristian Espiritu*
Bird/Mouse/Squirrel/Snail

Todd McNeel Jr.
Understudy
Frog, Toad, Bird/Lizard/et al

Katie O’Reilly
Understudy
Snail/et al, Bird/Squirrel/et al

Tader Shipley
Bird/Turtle/Squirrel/Mother Frog

*Indicates member of Actors’ Equity Association

MOLES

CREATIVE TEAM

Leigh Barrett
Director

Alex Berg
Sound Designer

David Freeman Coleman
Music Director

Chelsea Kerl
Costume Designer

Saskia Martinez
Props Designer & Scenic Charge Artist

Jenna McFarland Lord
Scenic Designer

Deb Sullivan**
Lighting Designer

Phoebe Singer
Associate Director

Brad Reinking
Choreographer

** Indicates a member of United Scenic Artists Local 829

PRODUCTION TEAM

Fanni Horvath*
Production Stage Manager

Cassie Lebeau
Asst. Stage Manager

Nate Morrissey
A2, Deck Captain

Anika Nayak*
Asst. Stage Manager

Bekah Rudinec
A1/Audio Engineer

Carolyn Saxon
Casting Supervisor

Lawrence Ware
Production Electrician

Marissa Wolf
Wardrobe Supervisor & Costume Shop Manager

*Indicates a member of Actors’ Equity Association

ACCESS TEAM

Jaime Aznive
Access Coordinator

Alyse Jessica Clinton
Open Caption Formatter

Takiyah Harris
Director of Artistic Sign Language (DASL)

Cassie Heath
ASL Interpreter

Ember Hope Spera
ASL Interpreter

Jess Meyer
ASL Interpreter

Melissa A. Watkins
In-Show Audio Describer

Jill Robbins
Pre-Show Audio Describer