Lyle the Crocodile: Weekends

April 26 - May 10, 2025

On this page, find tickets for weekend (Saturday) performances of our Theatre for Young Audiences production Lyle the Crocodile! 

When Joshua and the Primm family move to East 88th Street in New York City, they find a surprise guest in their new home’s bathtub - one friendly crocodile named Lyle.

He’s different, and he’s a crocodile, but the neighbors in the building begin to love him. Well, except for Mr. Grumps who would rather Lyle be at the zoo for the safety of his kitty, Loretta. But when Lyle the Crocodile saves the day, even Mr. Grumps must look past his fear of those who are different and begin to appreciate Lyle for just what he is - one friendly, tap-dancing crocodile. 

Based on the Lyle, Lyle the Crocodile and The House on East 88th Street books by Bernard Waber, this delightful story was adapted for the stage by Kevin Kling. This Theatre For Young Audiences production is a musical recommended for grades K-5 and teaches about examining our assumptions and embracing what makes each of us unique.

Tickets for each performance of Lyle the Crocodile includes admittance to our "Peek Into the Production" program - a look into the magic of theatre! A collaboration between the Education and Production teams, this 15-20 minute program, led by actors from the show, gives young audiences a deeper understanding of how costumes, set design, props, lighting, and sound come together to bring a story to life on stage.

Event Schedule:

You can find links to buy Saturday tickets for this production on the following dates:

  • Saturday, April 26 - 11:00 am and 1:00 pm in the Black Box Theatre
  • Saturday, May 3 - 11:00 am and 1:00 pm in the Black Box Theatre
  • Saturday, May 10 - 11:00 am and 1:00 pm in the Black Box Theatre

Event Accessibility

This performance is for everyone! ADA seating options are available for this performance. If you require special seating, please contact the Box Office at 720-898-7200x1, or please enter those needs in the notes field on the checkout screen.

If you require an additional access service to fully participate or have any questions about accessibility, please contact our Box Office at info@arvadacenter.org. To ensure the best experience, please try to contact us at your earliest convenience.

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Cast

David Otto

Roles:

Lyle

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Justin Milner

Roles:

Hector, Loretta

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Antigone Biddle

Roles:

Joshua

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Maggie Tisdale

Roles:

Miss Nitpicker, Ensemble

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Brian Bohlender

Roles:

Mr. Primm, Ensemble

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Leiney Rigg

Roles:

Mrs. Primm, Ensemble

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Carter Edward Smith

Roles:

Mr. Grumps, Loretta, Ensemble

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Caleb Wenger

Roles:

Ensemble

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Jamie Molina

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Ensemble

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Creative Team

Directors: David & Julie Payne

Music Director: Keith Ewer

Choreographer: Piper Lindsay Arpan

Stage Manager: Cal Meakins

Artistic Producer: Lisa Hoffman

Associate Producer: Scottie Woodard

Lighting Design: Riley Nicole

Costume Design: Jessie Page

Sound Design: Max Silverman

Scenic Design: Brian Watson

Director of Education: Lisa Leafgreen

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