Lily Polkadot has just moved to Rockaway. As the first Polkadot in an all Square school, Lily faces an almost impossible task of gaining acceptance from her classmates. From daily bullying to segregated drinking fountains, Lily’s quest seems hopeless until she meets Sky, a shy Square boy whose curiosity for her unique polkadots blooms into an unexpected pal-ship. This colorful history lesson reminds us that our differences make us awesome.

Suggested reading: I Am Ruby Bridges by Ruby Bridges

Listen to the World Premiere recording of Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical on Spotify.

Season tickets are now on sale. Individual tickets will go on sale in fall 2025.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Performance Times:

7:00 PM Fridays; 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM Saturdays & Sundays

School Matinees:

9:30 AM & Noon, Tuesdays, May 12 & 19, 2026

Theatre:

Kate Goldman Family Series in the Studio Theatre

Run Time:

TBD

Content Advisory:

Playhouse family theatre productions are intended for ages 5 and up.