THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME
A play by Simon Stephens
Based on the novel by Mark Haddon
Directed by Richard R. Cowden
Friday, March 21 - Sunday, April 13, 2025 | Mainstage Theater
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m.
Industry Night: Monday, March 31 at 7:30 p.m.
Weekday Student/Senior Matinee: Thursday, April 10 at 10 a.m.
Fifteen-year-old Christopher has an extraordinary brain. He is exceptional at mathematics but ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched, and he distrusts strangers. Now it is seven minutes after midnight, and Christopher stands beside his neighbor’s dead dog, Wellington, who has been speared with a garden fork. Finding himself under suspicion, Christopher is determined to solve the mystery of who murdered Wellington, and he carefully records each fact of the crime. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a thrilling journey that upturns his world.
Based on Mark Haddon’s novel, Simon Stephens’ adaptation THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME earned six Tony Awards, including Best Play. Join us for an unforgettable theatrical experience that delves into the mind of a remarkable young man on a quest for the truth.
Content Advisory: Recommended for teens and older. Contains strong language and mature themes. Also features special effects which may impact those with sensory sensitivities. Every Sunday is a Relaxed Performance, providing a welcoming environment for individuals with sensory sensitivities, their families, and friends.
THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service imprint. (www.dramatists.com)
One Book, One Aurora: From Page to Stage
Bridging the Love of Reading and Theatre
January through March
Be part of One Book, One Aurora: From Page to Stage by reading “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” by Mark Haddon, and by attending its theatrical production by Simon Stephens at the Aurora Fox Arts Center, March 21 to April 13. Join a book discussion, an open rehearsal, discussions with the actors and director, sensory-friendly performances and a resource fair with community organizations. One of the main goals of this collaboration is to promote awareness and support for individuals in the autistic community through inclusive programs and partnerships.
Library patrons can check out the book as a digital or physical copy and start reading. The library will offer a book discussion on March 1. Details about the different events taking place are below:
Open rehearsal, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 27, Aurora Fox Arts Center, 9900 E. Colfax Ave.
Join a special open rehearsal of “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time,” a play by Simon Stephens based on Haddon’s novel. This behind-the-scenes opportunity lets attendees observe blocking and ask the actors and director questions about the production process. Attendees will be included in a raffle for a chance to win free tickets to the Aurora Fox Arts Center’s production taking place March 21 to April 13.
Book discussion, 10:30 a.m., Saturday, March 1, Central Library, 14949 E. Alameda Parkway.
Join a discussion “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" by Mark Haddon. Attendees will be included in a raffle for free tickets to the Aurora Fox Arts Center’s production taking place March 21 to April 13.
Meet the cast, noon to 1:30 p.m., Saturday, March 8, Tallyn’s Reach Library, 23911 E. Arapahoe Road. Join Richard Cowden, director of the Aurora Fox’s production of “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time,” along with key cast members as they discuss the challenges and rewards associated with bringing the literary adaptation of Mark Haddon’s beloved novel to the Aurora Fox stage. Come with questions and enter for a chance to win free tickets to the show taking place March 21 to April 13 at Aurora Fox Arts Center.
Reception and performance, 2 p.m., Sunday, March 23, Aurora Fox Arts Center. Wrap up “One Book, One Aurora: From Page to Stage” with a special reception before the performance from 1 to 1:45 p.m., in the Studio Theatre. Stay for a discussion on the main stage with director Richard Cowden and cast members immediately after the performance. Purchase your tickets at AuroraFoxArtsCenter.org.
Resource fair, March 21 to 23, Aurora Fox Arts Center. Experience a resource fair with community organizations such as Autism Community Store and Phamaly Theatre Company: 6:30 to 10 p.m., Friday, March 21 and Saturday, March 22; 1 to 5 pm., Sunday, March 23.
Aurora Public Library, with seven branches, one bookmobile and total system usage of 3.5 million times; and the Aurora Fox Arts Center, celebrating its 40th anniversary season; are part of the city of Aurora’s Library and Cultural Services Department. For more information about “One Book, One Aurora: From Page to Stage”