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‘Bluey’ to make Penn State debut Sept. 7 at Eisenhower Auditorium

The Sept. 7 event at Eisenhower Auditorium is part of the “Bluey’s Big Play” U.S. tour debut. “After seeing the amazing reaction the show received during its Australia run, we are delighted to bring this standout live theatre show to U.S. audiences,” said director Rosemary Myers of Windmill Theatre Co. Credit: Darren Thomas. All Rights Reserved.

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Grab the sticky geckos, break out the duck cakes and alert the grannies! The much-loved Heeler family will make its first live appearance in Happy Valley with the stage show “Bluey’s Big Play.”

The live stage adaptation of the Emmy Award-winning animated children’s series will be at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 7, in Eisenhower Auditorium.

Visit “Bluey” online for more information about the performance and about a separate VIP Package meet-and-greet opportunity.

Fans of all ages will get to see Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli as they’ve never seen them before. The Heelers will embark on their very first live U.S. theater show, featuring puppetry, actors and iconic sets. “Bluey’s Big Play” is based on an original new story written by “Bluey” creator Joe Brumm and contains new music by “Bluey” composer Joff Bush.

“Bluey’s Big Play” is presented by BBC Studios and Andrew Kay in association with Windmill Theatre Co. The stage show enjoyed much success in its home market of Australia, where it premiered in Bluey’s hometown of Brisbane and went on to perform 447 times across 65 venues, including the Sydney Opera House.

American Sign Language accessibility

American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be provided for this performance. Contact the Arts Ticket Center via email at artstix.psu.edu, or by calling 814-863‑0255 to discuss ASL seating preferences.

Arts Engagement Family Program

Families who meet the eligibility requirement of a household income of $60,000 or less are invited to complete the Arts Engagement Family Program application for reduced ticket prices to Center for the Performing Arts events. The VIP package meet-and-greet is not available for this offer.

Visit Family Program online for more information and to apply.

Acknowledgements

Lion Country Kia and Mary Ellen and Tom Litzinger sponsor the performance. McQuaide Blasko Endowment provides support. Support for accessibility services is provided by William E. McTurk Endowment for Program Support and Gerald B. M. Stein Memorial Endowment. A grant from the University Park Student Fee Board makes Penn State student prices possible.

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Last Updated August 21, 2023

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