Fresno State’s University Theatre presents its second production of the 2026-27 Mainstage Season, “The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane,” adapted by Dwayne Hatford from Kate DiCamillo’s book and directed by J. Daniel Herring.
Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13 and 14 and Nov. 17 through 20, and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, and Saturday, Nov. 21, in the John W. Wright Theatre on campus. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for Fresno State faculty, staff, alumni and military, $5 for Fresno State students and $10 for all other students. Children under 5 will not be admitted.
Adapted by Dwayne Hartford from Kate DiCamillo’s beloved, award-winning novel, “The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane” follows a china rabbit named Edward who begins his journey as a treasured companion before finding himself lost and far from home. As he passes from one owner to the next, Edward encounters love, loss, heartbreak and hope, discovering the transformative power of opening his heart to others.
Through a theatrical blend of storytelling, physical performance and imaginative stagecraft, the production brings Edward’s extraordinary journey to life, inviting audiences to experience the joys and sorrows that shape him along the way. At its heart, the play is a moving exploration of what it means to love, to be loved and to find one’s way back to connection, even after heartbreak.
“I’m thrilled to bring this beautiful, deeply moving story about learning to love and allowing ourselves to be loved to Fresno audiences,” Herring said. “Our adaptation of Kate DiCamillo’s beloved, award-winning novel embraces the magic of live theatre in bold and imaginative ways, incorporating theatrical techniques that are making their debut on the University Theatre stage. We’ve created an experience that invites audiences of all ages to rediscover the power of love, connection and belonging, and hopefully, leaves them talking long after they’ve left the theatre.”
“The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane” features student performers Andre Avila-Villanueva, Julia Bentley, Kylie Brasseaux, Daphne Doss, Natalie Smith, Henry Mercado, Em Monson, Bastian Morris, Pacey Nelson, Addison Rollins, Mia Simmone, Diego J. Sosa and Jayvaughn Sterns Jr.
Doors open 30 minutes prior to curtain. The production is performed without an intermission. Latecomers will not be admitted, no exceptions. No refunds or exchanges. The box office is open Tuesday through Thursday, performance Fridays from noon to 3 p.m. and one hour before each performance. Cash, check and credit card will be accepted.
Parking is free for the Friday through Sunday performances. Tuesday through Thursday evening performances require a parking permit, available at campus parking dispensers.
For more information, contact the box office at 559.278.2216 or universitytheatre@csufresno.edu.
(Story by Miguel A. Gastelum)
