Event Description

Everyone’s favorite Big Red Dog, CLIFFORD– bounds onto the stage in a brand-new musical comedy adventure that celebrates friendship, imagination and the magic of unconditional love!

Emily Elizabeth absolutely adores her new puppy - the tiny red runt of the litter. But when her GIANT love makes Clifford grow into a GIANT, the family must trade their cramped city apartment for a home on Birdwell Island – where folks aren’t so sure about a house-sized, playful pup.

Worried his colossal clumsiness is keeping Emily Elizabeth from making friends, Clifford wishes he never grew so big - and it works! He enjoys a fur-tastic small-dog-sized day... until his adventurous BFF and her new island friends get stuck in a place from which only a BIG red dog can save them.

Clifford The Big Red Dog: The Musical is full of extra-large laughs, joy and love - the paw-fect show for Clifford's growing young fans – and nostalgic parents who remember him too.

Approximate Running Time: 60 Minutes
Recommended Ages: Grades PreK - 2

The 11:00 performance on Saturday, October 31, 2026 will have a sign language interpreter. Guests who need the assistance of the interpreter should request seats on the right side of the auditorium.

Clifford The Big Red Dog: The Musical is a part of the Children’s Theater Series presented by Akron Children’s.