I am so happy to announce that my favorite children's theatre company in Austin, Pollyanna Theatre Company, has returned with its new season. This weekend they will open "The Boy Who Loved Monsters and the Girl Who Loved Peas".A story about Evan, who, like many 7 year olds, does not like to clean his plate filled with peas. To make matters worse, his baby sister Sue loves them. When forced to remain at the table until his plate is clean, Evan makes a wish for a monster to come eat his family. Soon Evan and Sue find themselves trying to hide a six foot tall green monster named Pea from their parents. Among the laughs, Evan finds that although his parents discipline him, protecting those he loves is his goal. Pea teaches Evan and the whole family many things including the importance of playing together and keeping imaginations alive.As a mom of 10 and six year-old siblings, I personally can't wait!

The Who, What, When, and Where...

WHO:             Pollyanna Theatre CompanyWHAT:          The Boy Who Loved Monsters and the Girl Who Loves PeasWHEN:          Public Performances:Oct. 12 at 11:00 a.m. “Pay What You Like” performance,  2:00 and 4:00 p.m.Oct. 13 at 2:00 p.m.Oct. 19 at 11:00 a.m., 2:00 and 4:00 p.m.Oct. 20 at 2:00 p.m.Performances on Oct. 13 and 20 will be followed by a MEET THE CAST PARTY in the AT&T Education Room.WHERE:       Rollins Studio Theatre at the Long Center for the Performing Arts --  701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin, TX  78704TICKETS:     Tickets are $9 for children 11 and under, $10 for students 12 and over, Seniors over 65, $10 and $11 adults under 65. Group rates available, call (512) 743-7966RSVP:            For Weekday tickets: Call 512.743.7966. For Weekend tickets: Call 512.474.LONG (5664) or visit:www.thelongcenter.org