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Performances of 26 Pebbles are at 7 p.m.聽 Oct. 5-7 and at 5 p.m. Oct. 8. The show will be hosted at the Orlando Repertory Theatre, 1001 E. Princeton St. The performances are free but require a ticket. More info is available at theatre.cah.ucf.edu/events.php?id=3916.
Ancillary events around the performances include:
Thursday, Oct. 5
Pre-show events: Hosted by Orlando United Assistance Center with a focus on education
Post-show events: Talk back with Eric Ulloa and a Q&A with audience members
Friday, Oct. 6
Post-show event: Talk back with the cast of 26 Pebbles and a Q&A with audience members
Saturday, Oct. 7
Post-show event: Talk back with the cast of 26 Pebbles and a Q&A with audience members
Sunday, Oct. 8
Post-show event: Forum discussion led by Orlando United Assistance Center