November 10, 2008

'Madeline and the Bad Hat' to bring beloved book character to Purdue

The show, "Madeline and the Bad Hat," is produced by ArtsPower and presented by Purdue Convocations as part of its Family Adventures series. The program is recommended for children ages 5-8.

"Madeline and the Bad Hat" follows the adventures of a young Parisian girl who - despite starting off on the wrong foot with a mischievous new neighbor - eventually learns that first impressions aren't everything. When the Spanish ambassador moves into the house next door, Madeline, Miss Clavel and the other girls quickly discover that his son Pepito is a "bad hat" - rude, conceited and nothing but trouble. But when Pepito unexpectedly finds himself in real danger, it's up to the resourceful Madeline to help him.

This tale of enemies-become-friends will charm and entertain children and parents alike while it captures the carefree yet tender spirit of Bemelmans's "Madeline" series, said Abby Eddy, Purdue Convocations director of marketing.

Madeline and her friends all wear unique hats, and audience members will be invited to join in the fun by making their own hats before the show. The pre-show activity will begin at 2 p.m. Nov. 23 in the Stewart Center West Lobby.

Tickets are $14 for adults and $10 for children 18 years and younger, Purdue students and Ivy Tech Lafayette students. Tickets are available at the Elliott Hall and Stewart Center box offices at (765) 494-3933 or (800) 914-SHOW. Tickets are also available through Ticketmaster outlets.  Discounted tickets for groups of 10 or more can be ordered at (765) 496-1977.

Writer: Christy Jones, (765) 494-1089, christyjones@purdue.edu

Source: Abby Eddy, (765) 494-5045, aeeddy@purdue.edu

Purdue News Service: (765) 494-2096; purduenews@purdue.edu

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