Bingo’s Birthday

January 31 -May 17, 2026

BINGO'S BIRTHDAY

Part of the NCT Snuggery

by Ernie Nolan

B-I-N-G-O—and Bingo is his name-o! You’re invited to the barnyard birthday bash of a very special pup. But before the party can begin, Farmers Pickle and Tickle need your help to find the guest of honor! Full of music, mischief, and farmyard fun, Bingo’s Birthday is an immersive theatrical adventure created especially for children ages 0–5. Come sing, play, and celebrate in this down-home, tail-wagging good time!

Single Tickets on sale July 1,  2025

Show Length
Recommended Ages

5-10

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Is my child ready for this show?

Look at these scaled categories (0-5) to make a decision.

0/5

Language

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One of the songs includes the playful phrase “shake your bum” to dance.

0/5

Violence & Scariness

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2/5

Sensory Advisories

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This production includes theatrical elements such as music, lighting changes, and sound effects. Notable moments include farm animal sounds and when the audience participation, such as when they shake bells to wake up the farmer.

1/5

Potentially Anxious Moments

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A lamb loses its mama but is happily reunited.

Other Things to Know

The experience begins with a short prologue in the lobby, where the actors greet the audience in character before guiding them into the performance space. This production is part of NCT’s Snuggery series, specially designed to be immersive, interactive, and developmentally appropriate for children ages 0–5 and their families. It’s a wiggle-welcome zone—movement, sound, and curiosity are embraced. The performance is intentionally brief to suit young attention spans and does not include an intermission.

 

Social Story

A Social Story is a tool to help improve a child’s understanding of expectations during an unfamiliar event. They were originally designed to support neurodivergent individuals. However, this can be a useful tool for any person who is unsure about what to expect from a new experience.

Cast & Crew

Meet the people behind the production.

Team Category
Team Category

Will Farris ( Stage Manager)

Nikki Staggs

Nikki Staggs

Dylan Pearsons

Ensemble

Alaina Bozarth

Ensemble

Sejal Mehta

Miep

Garris Wimmer

Mr. Dussel

Kenny Dozier

Mr. van Daan

Charlotte Myhre Shealy

Margot Frank

Shelby Talbert

Anne Frank

Tamiko Robinson Steele

Mrs. van Daan

Sarah Michele Bailey

Step Mother

Curtis LeMoine

Fuzzy

Abby Austin

ASM/PA

Hannah Boner

Stage Manager

Meggan Utech

Step Sister

Jordan Tudor

Step Sister

Maya Riley

Ella

LaDarra Jackel

Mama

Abe Reybold

Director/Choreographer

Ernie Nolan

Director/ Choreographer

James Rudolph II

Miss Gulch/ Wicked Witch of the West

Piper Jones

Darlene, The Duck

Eve Petty

Chick, The Chicken

Erika Johnson

Clarissa, The Cow

Richard Daniel

Multiple Roles

Jonah Jackson

Toto/ Nikko/ Multiple Roles

Jennifer Whitcomb-Oliva

Cowardly Lion

Gerold Oliver

Tinman

Matthew Carlton

Uncle Henry/ Multiple Roles

Megan Murphy Chambers

Prof. Marvel/Wizard

Shelby Smith

Dorothy Gale

Corrie Maxwell

Aunt Em/Glinda

Ben Friesen

Scarecrow

Dustin Davis

Farmer Brown

Will Farris ( Stage Manager)

Nikki Staggs

Nikki Staggs

Dylan Pearsons

Ensemble

Alaina Bozarth

Ensemble

Sejal Mehta

Miep

Garris Wimmer

Mr. Dussel

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Pick a Day for Your Play

Each NCT production schedules a Neuro-Inclusive Performance, ASL Interpreted Performance, and Discovery Day (Post Show Q&A) so everyone can enjoy.

Before You Take Your Seat

Unique preshow lobby activities that explore the show's themes are available for the entire family to enjoy an hour before every performance.

Not a Bad Seat in the House

Whether you're tall or small, there's not a bad seat in the auditorium. Booster seats are available so everyone can see the magic.

What To Expect

Accessibility

NCT is completely wheelchair accessible, and we make accommodations for mobility and physical disabilities.

Attention Aids

We always us visual schedules - so students know what to expect. We also include access to sand timers, bubble timers, and visual clock timers.

Chill Corner

Our ‘chill corner’ is a place where students can take a break if an game is becoming too over-stimulating. Noise-reducing headphones are also available.

Helpful Visuals

We always us visual schedules - so students know what to expect. We also include access to sand timers, bubble timers, and visual clock timers.

Class Expectations

All classes utilize verbal as well as discussed written expectations so students understand classroom behavioral expectations

Class Nametags

All class nametags are printed in the color and have the name of the class color printed on them for colorblind students.

Convenient Location

We're located just a few blocks from Downtown Nashville, near hotels, restaurants, and other popular attractions.

Free Parking

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Accessibility

NCT is completely wheelchair accessible, and we make accommodations for mobility and physical disabilities.

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Young child looking out of bus window

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