Runtime

The runtime of this play is: Approximately 55 minutes with no intermission

Age Recommendation

The age recommendation of this play is: Recommended for families with young people ages 3-8 and brave explorers of all ages!

Location

The location of this play is: Milwaukee Youth Arts Center's Goodman Mainstage Hall

Lovabye Dragon This play runs on January 24 – February 15, 2026

Adapted from the Dragon and Girl books by Barbara Joosse

By Jeff Frank and Barbara Joosse
Music by The Happy Racers
“Let’s Go” and “We Want Your Gold” by Nathan Meckel
Lyrics by N. Meckel, B. Joose, T. Matthews, B. Glover, and B. Collin

An enchanting musical of unexpected friendship between a lonely girl and an even lonelier dragon. Together they embark on a grand adventure to the farthest far away only to face their greatest challenge. Covering three books in the Dragon and Girl series by Wisconsin author Barbara Joosse — Lovabye Dragon, Evermore Dragon, and Sail Away Dragon — this adaptation with infectious music and lyrics by The Happy Racers is sure to put a smile on everyone’s face, lift your spirits, and get you singing and dancing along!

Show Times

Saturday, January 24 - 11:00 AM
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Saturday, January 24 - 1:00 PM
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Sunday, January 25 - 11:00 AM
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Sunday, January 25 - 1:00 PM
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Pay What You Choose: Friday, January 30 - 6:00 PM
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Saturday, January 31 - 11:00 AM
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Saturday, January 31 - 1:00 PM
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Sensory Friendly: Saturday, January 31 - 3:30 PM
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Sunday, February 1 - 11:00 AM
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Sunday, February 1 - 1:00 PM
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Saturday, February 7 - 11:00 AM
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Saturday, February 7 - 1:00 PM
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Saturday, February 7 - 3:30 PM
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Sunday, February 8 - 11:00 AM
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Sunday, February 8 - 1:00 PM
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Saturday, February 14 - 11:00 AM
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Saturday, February 14 - 1:00 PM
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Saturday, February 14 - 3:30 PM
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Sunday, February 15 - 11:00 AM
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Sunday, February 15 - 1:00 PM
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