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The Phantom Tollbooth

Told with whimsey, humor and moments of danger and intrigue, Norton Juster’s enduring fantasy adventure novel is brought to life on the stage. Milo, a very bored young boy whose bedroom is overflowing with toys, receives a strange package containing a make-believe tollbooth. As he drives through it in his toy car, he is transported to a magical world of imagination and allegory. Milo soon realizes that all is not well in the Lands Beyond, and he and his new companions, the watchdog Tock and the braggart beetle Humbug, set out on an epic journey to rescue the Princesses Sweet Rhyme and Pure Reason. Along the way, Milo learns valuable lessons that give him the ability to best each obstacle with knowledge and humor. Celebrating the value of education and appreciating the things of everyday life, with incredible plot twists and seemingly impossible tasks, The Phantom Tollbooth takes the audience on one of the greatest adventures ever told!  

By Susan Nanus  
Based on the book by Norton Juster 
The Phantom Tollbooth is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com 

Audition Dates

August 26-27, 2024

Production Team

Director: Brendan Shea
Assistant Student Director: Logan Mulch
Scenic Designer: Tianxuan Chen
Lighting Designer: Sabrina Brookshire
Costume Designer: Casey Mercurio
Stage Manager: Kristie Bradshaw 

Box Office Information

Main Stage Student Play | Not included on the 2024 Season Ticket
Tickets start at $13 | On sale September 24, 2024
Please note: There was a misprint in our 2024 Season Brochure stating that The Phantom Tollbooth was a part of the Flex Ticket package. This show is not included as part of the Season Ticket. We apologize for the oversight.

Special Events

Discovery Night: October 8, 2024 at 6 pm
Talk Back: October 18, 2024, immediately following the performance

Content Advisory

As sensitivities vary from person to person, if you have any questions about content, age-appropriateness, or stage effects that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please contact QCT at (217) 222-3209.