Waisman Children’s Theatre presents Twain classic

Following his daughter Suzy’s admonitions to write a book that would reveal “his sympathetic nature,” she wrote, Mark Twain published “The Prince and the Pauper” in 1881. Set in 16th-century London, the author carefully researched the time and place, reportedly using Shakespeare and Sir Walter Scott as references.

Given that, it will be interesting to see what the all-child cast does with Twain’s tale of a prince and an impoverished commoner who trade places. PlayTime Productions will present this version on Sunday, Nov. 12, at 1 and 3 p.m. in the Waisman Center Auditorium. Tickets are $1 and $2 at the door.

For details, contact Teresa Palumbo at the Waisman Center, 263-5837 or palumbo@waisman.wisc.edu.