Mar 28 - 30, 2025
I'm Proud of You in the Capital Blue Cross Main Stage
a co-production of Open Stage and Someone to Tell It To
Evenings at 7:30pm: Mar 22, 28, 29, Apr 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12
Matinees at 2:00pm: Mar 23, 30, Apr 6
Special Performances & Events:MM
Mr. Madigan will appear at the talkbacks following the performances on March, 28, 29, and 30.
Please plan on arriving at least 15 minutes before the performance starts. There will be no late seating after the commencement of the performance to ensure the safety of our performers and patrons.
Tickets
$39 - Assigned Seating
$25 - Student
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About
Experience the Story That Changed a Life—And Can Inspire Yours
Join Open Stage for I’m Proud of You, the moving stage adaptation of Tim Madigan’s memoir about his transformative friendship with Fred Rogers. This deeply personal story explores themes of kindness, deep listening, and human connection—values that continue to resonate today.
As part of The Good at Heart Festival, Tim Madigan will be in attendance for select performances, joining post-show discussions to share insights about his friendship with Fred Rogers and the lessons that continue to shape his life.
Post-Performance Talkbacks with Tim Madigan:
Friday, March 28 – Following the 7:30 PM performance
Saturday, March 29 – Following the 7:30 PM performance
Sunday, March 30 – Following the 2:00 PM performance
These exclusive discussions will be facilitated by Michael Gingerich and Tom Kaden, co-founders of Someone To Tell It To, the organization dedicated to fostering compassionate listening—an ideal at the heart of Fred Rogers' legacy.
Program
115 minutes including one intermission
Runtime
Part of The Good at Heart Festival
The third annual festival, inspired by the Anne Frank quote “…in spite of everything, I still believe that people are really good at heart.”
Content Advisory
Parents Strongly Cautioned
This show contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable for children under 14.
See specific content warnings below.
This show contains the following:
strong coarse language
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