BRIGHTEN YOUR DAY WITH 'ALEXANDER AND THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY' AT BOSTON CHILDREN'S THEATRE

March 25, 2013 (Boston, MA)-- Ever have one of those days? Alexander certainly has! Join Boston Children's Theatre (BCT) as they follow Alexander on his adventure from one mishap to another in the hilarious family musical ALEXANDER AND THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY. ALEXANDER runs April 13 - 20 at the Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts.

Based on the beloved children's book by Judith Viorst, ALEXANDER tells the story of a young boy faced with a myriad of unexpected calamities from gum in his hair to having a cavity, to spilling ink on his father's desk. With a positive message that reaches people of all generations,ALEXANDER will make you smile, even on the very worst day.

"Everyone can relate to what poor Alexander is going through," said BCT Executive Director Toby Schine. "We all have our bad days, but I can guarantee it will be a much better day for audiences who come and see this fun, upbeat musical. It's the perfect theatrical experience for parents and grandparents to share with their children."

Directed by Ryan Begin, ALEXANDER features a talented cast of young actors, including Brookline students Sebastian Wood (playing 'Alexander'), Nicholas Cook and Marissa Lazar;Dorchester student Journey-Ade King; Roslindale students Reece Carew-Lyons and Teresa Lawlor; Somerville student Coleman Hirschberg; and Wellesley student Audree Hedequist.

ALEXANDER AND THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY will be performed at the Roberts Studio Theatre at the Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts, 539 Tremont Street, Boston, MA on April 13, 14, 18, and 20. All performances are at 2 pm. Tickets are $25.00 and can be purchased by visiting the BCT website atwww.bostonchildrenstheatre.org or calling 617-933-8600. School groups can also reserve tickets for weekday performances by contacting the BCT Box Office.

ALEXANDER is running in rotation with SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK!, which has performances on April 17, 19, 21, 27, 28 and May 4, 5 at the Roberts Studio Theatre at the Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts, 539 Tremont Street, Boston, MA. All performances are at 2 pm. Tickets are $25.00 and can be purchased by visiting the BCT website atwww.bostonchildrenstheatre.org or calling 617-933-8600. School groups can also reserve tickets for weekday performances by contacting the BCT Box Office. 

About Boston Children's Theatre

For over 60 years, Boston Children's Theatre has served as one of the regions premier not-for-profit theaters.  Named Best of Boston® 2012 by Boston Magazine for Best Children's Theatre, BCT's mission is to provide access to exceptional theatrical experiences dedicated to fostering the artistic and personal development of diverse youth, with a focus on professional training and the development of new works. Programs at Boston Children's Theatre provide a unique chance for self-discovery and individual expression in a supportive, and productive environment. At BCT, talented and motivated students gather from across traditional boundaries and nationalities to learn about themselves, each other and the world as they create some of the finest theatrical productions in New England.www.bostonchildrenstheatre.org