LEXINGTON, KY (October 1, 2025) –– SCAPA at Bluegrass is proud to announce its upcoming production of Hans Christian Andersen Jr. at the historic Lexington Opera House from Thursday, November 6, to Saturday, November 8, 2025.  Directed by Alberta Labrillazo, Hans Christian Andersen Jr. tells the story of 13-year-old Christian, a boy who struggles with reading and writing but discovers a remarkable gift for storytelling. Narrators Crantz and Guilder guide the audience through the world and fairy tales of Hans Christian Andersen, including The Little Mermaid, Thumbelina, and The Ugly Duckling. A misfit in a new city, Christian escapes his troubles through his stories. When his storytelling catches the attention of his teacher and even royalty, Christian realizes he has a special gift to share with the world.

The production features a talented cast of elementary and middle school performers, bringing to life a compelling narrative filled with emotion, humor, and unforgettable moments.

 

Performance Details:

  • Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 7:00 P.M.
  • Friday, November 7, 2025, at 7:00 P.M.
  • Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M.

 

Tickets are available now at ticketmaster.com, lexingtonoperahouse.com, or in person at the Central Bank Center Box Office from 12-4 P.M. on Wednesdays and Fridays.

 

Media Contact:

Brittany Morton | Brittany.Morton@fayette.kyschools.us

 

Venue Contact:

Megan Garrett | MGarrett@centralbankcenter.com

 

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About SCAPA at Lafayette High School

SCAPA at Lafayette High School is a premier arts program dedicated to cultivating the creative potential of students in grades 9-12. Offering specialized training across various artistic disciplines, SCAPA fosters a stimulating and enriching educational environment.

 

About Lexington Opera House

Located in Lexington, Kentucky, the Lexington Center Corporation (LCC) is a not-for-profit 501c3 corporate agency of the Lexington Fayette Urban County Government. It was established in 1974 to manage and maintain Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center, the Central Bank Center (formerly Lexington Convention Center), Triangle Park, and the Lexington Opera House. One of the nation’s most storied entertainment destinations, Central Bank Center venues collectively welcome an average of 1.3 million patrons annually.

 

The Lexington Opera House, built in 1886 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is one of the premier performing arts centers in the region. Since its opening, the Opera House has played host to such famous stage performers as W.C. Fields, The Marx Brothers, Al Jolson, Julie Harris, Steve Martin, Brian Wilson, and Graham Nash. It has undergone two major renovations and remains a cultural destination in downtown Lexington.

 

About Oak View Group

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in live experience venue development, management, premium hospitality services, and 360-degree solutions for a collection of world-class-owned venues and a client roster of arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions. Founded by Tim Leiweke and Irving Azoff in 2015, OVG is the leading developer of major new venues either open or under development across four continents. Visit OakViewGroup.com, and follow OVG on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.