Esperanza Rising
- When: Saturday, February 28, 2026 - All Day Event
- Location: Children's Theatre of Charlotte - 300 E 7th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
- Cost: Starting at $20.70
The award-winning book by Pam Nuñoz Ryan comes to life on our stage.
Smart and stubborn teenager Esperanza Ortega lives the life of a rich girl in 1920s Mexico wearing pretty clothes and attending private school. The day before her birthday tragedy strikes, setting a chain of events into motion that forever change her life. She and her family flee Mexico for the United States only to face new struggles as they start again during the Great Depression. This powerful story illuminates loss and shines a light on hard work and hope.
- Website: ctcharlotte.org
- Contact Name: Box Office
- Contact Phone: 7049732828
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- Category: Family Fun
Show Dates and Times:
Sat, Feb 28: 11 AM & 3 PM
Sun, Mar 1: 2 & 4 PM
Sat, Mar 7: 11 AM & 3 PM
Sun, Mar 8: 2 & 4 PM
Sat, Mar 14: 11 AM & 3 PM
Sun, Mar 15: 2 & 4 PM
ASL-Interpreted Show: Sat, Mar 14 at 3 PM
Sensory-Friendly Performance: Sun, Mar 15 at 4 PM
All repeats 
