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Folk will be flocking to JTW’s production of HONK! JR., a contemporary and comic re-telling of Hans Christian Andersen’s The Ugly Duckling. Based on the award-winning musical Honk! by George Stiles (composer) and Anthony Drewe (books and lyrics), HONK! JR is a witty and heartwarming show celebrating what makes each of us special.

HONK! JR. follows “Ugly,” who hatches looking quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters. The other animals on the farm are quick to notice, and despite his loving mother’s protective flapping, Ugly’s odd, gawky looks instantly incite prejudice from his family and neighbors. When Ugly is separated from the farm and pursued by a hungry Cat, he must find his way home. Along his harrowing yet hilarious journey he not only discovers his true beauty and glorious destiny, but also finds love and acceptance in all its forms.

HONK! JR. is an incredibly clever show that will have you laughing out loud. Yet at the center of all its humor is a touching message about acceptance. We’d like to applaud the students in JTW’s production, by working as part of this cast and crew, each young person has been able to explore what makes him or her unique.

Tickets are on sale at the Festival Drayton Centre.