Hansel & Gretel
October 16-25, 2026
Get lost in a forest full of adventure! When Hansel and Gretel wander into the woods, they meet a cast of quirky creatures, from a fiery troll and clever owl to mischievous hobgoblins, all working for a delightfully wicked witch. After Hansel is captured and tempted with endless cake, Gretel must use her courage and quick thinking to save her brother. Filled with laughter, imagination, and larger-than-life characters, Hansel & Gretel is a magical family adventure brought to life by young performers. Recommended for ages 5 and older.
Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204)
Tickets: $16 for Adults, $13 for Children, Students, Military and Seniors (ticket fees included)
Group Rate: $11 ticket for a group of ten or more. All patrons one year and older must have a ticket
VIP (Pre-show/Post-show) Experiences:
Ticket Addon for October 17, 3pm performance: Enchanted Forest Scavenger Hunt Adventure:
Over the river, and through the woods, on an adventure we will go! Before the show, young adventurers are invited to set off on an Enchanted Forest Scavenger Hunt Adventure with the cast of Hansel & Gretel. Travel from station to station, follow the clues, and complete fun activities and challenges along the way! Keep your eyes open and see if you can make it all the way through the trail before it’s time to take your seats! Will you find your way through the forest? There’s only one way to find out! $9 in advance, $10 at the door. Pre-Show Experience begins at 2:00 and ends at 2:30. Children must be accompanied by a chaperone. Free for adults. Be sure to select a child's ticket and an adult adult and the add-on option will appear.
Ticket Addon for October 24, 3pm performance: Halloween Costume Party:
Join us for some silly spooky fun at our official Halloween Costume Party! This post-show experience is jam packed full of fun music, games, and a costume superlative party. The Spookiest Skeletons, Silliest Scarecrows, and Sneakiest Sasquatches are all welcome to attend this high energy party that is fun for the whole squad. We can't wait to see you show off your boo-tiful costumes before the show begins! $9 in advance, $10 at the door.
This Post-Show Experience begins after the performance. Please stay in the theatre after actors have made their bows. We will invite our VIP ticket purchasers to the stage for the Halloween party. This experience is 30 minutes, approximately ending at 5:00pm. Children must be accompanied by a chaperone. Free for adults. Be sure to select a child's ticket and an adult adult and the add-on option will appear.
