Esperanza Rising
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sun, 03/15/2026
The award-winning book by Pam Muñoz Ryan goes comes to life on the stage.
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Smart and stubborn teenager Esperanza Ortega lives the life of a rich girl in 1920s Mexico wearing pretty clothes and attending private school. The day before her birthday tragedy strikes, setting a chain of events into motion that forever change her life. She and her family flee Mexico for the United States only to face new struggles as they start again during the Great Depression. This powerful story illuminates loss and shines a light on hard work and hope.
Show Dates and Times:
- Sat, Feb 28: 11 AM & 3 PM
- Sun, Mar 1: 2 & 4 PM
- Sat, Mar 7: 11 AM & 3 PM
- Sun, Mar 8: 2 & 4 PM
- Sat, Mar 14: 11 AM & 3 PM
- Sun, Mar 15: 2 & 4 PM
ASL-Interpreted Show: Sat, Mar 14 at 3 PM
Sensory-Friendly Performance: Sun, Mar 15 at 4 PM
Children's Theatre of Charlotte, East 7th Street, Charlotte, NC, USA
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Organization:
Children's Theatre of CharlotteLocation:
300 E 7th Street
Charlotte, NC, 28205United States
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Phone:
7049732828Contact name:
Box Office
Email address:
The event has already taken place on this date:
03/15/2026
Time:
Various
Price:
Starting at $20.70
Ages
6-8 years 9-12 years Teenagers Adults & kids together Adults without kidsWeb Service