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The coldest season can bring the warmest memories
Young Ellen can’t wait for winter. From skating on frozen streams to parties on an icy lake, winter brought friends, family, and fun together, creating memories that never leave her.
In this cozy wintertime play at Seattle Children’s Theatre, based on the award-winning book by Ellen Bryan Obed, Twelve Kinds of Ice sees an adult Ellen sharing stories from her winters in Maine and how she learned that anything is possible with practice and care. Featuring live music on piano and guitar, Ellen looks back at her childhood on the ice, and sees herself reflected back.
Location
Eve Alvord Theatre
Age Recommendation
All ages welcome. Content aimed at children ages 8+
Running Time
Approx. 60 minutes, no intermission
Additional Resources
A note on our 8+ age recommendation: Our friends at Children’s Theatre Company remind that some of this show’s emotional themes—including grief, nostalgia, and the loss of a parent—may feel abstract or emotionally complex for younger audiences. Older audiences may appreciate the show’s layered reflections on memory, family relationships, growing up, and loss. The production blends theatrical creativity with emotional nuance and a contemplative storytelling style.
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Accessibility Resources
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Sensory Guide for Twelve Kinds of Ice—coming soon!
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