Overview

A fin-filled musical adventure with a shark-tastic meal!

From the creator of Doc McStuffins and Vampirina, Finn is a heartwarming musical adventure about a young shark on the brink of growing up. As he prepares to join the fearsome Shark Guard, Finn can’t shake the feeling that he’s different from the other sharks. Deep inside, he discovers a colorful fish inside him—a part of himself that longs to sparkle, sing, and dance. As Finn embarks on a journey of self-discovery, friendship, and adventure, he finds the courage to be himself! Fun for all ages!

“Did I just step into a Pixar animated film?… A vibrant and immersive musical experience” – DC Theater Arts

Cast Meet and Greet: Stick around after the show to meet the cast and get autographs from your favorite characters! 

Supported by the McCarty New Works Initiative

Introducing the PB&J Cafe

PB&J Cafe: A Dinner Theater for Kids! At the PB&J Cafe, young theatergoers will enjoy a meal during the performance and leave with autographs from their favorite characters. 

HOW IT WORKS:

A Meal with the Show – Each child will receive a meal featuring: A classic PB&J (or alternative main option), a tasty side, a sweet treat for dessert, and a juice box (Note: A nut-free option will be available) 

Grown-ups will enjoy a grazing table featuring a selection of hors d’oeuvres. Plus, our bar and concessions will be open for additional food and drink purchases.

A Special Atmosphere – The auditorium will be transformed into an interactive dining experience, with tables arranged on the risers and additional seating behind them.

Meet the Cast – After the show, kids will have a chance to meet the cast and receive autographs from their favorite characters!

Sensory-Friendly Performance

Sunday, May 17 at 4:00pm

Constellation offers select sensory-friendly performances for our Constellation for Kids series. This special performance is designed to create a theater experience that is welcoming to all families with children with sensory sensitivities. Tickets to Constellation’s sensory-friendly performances are Pay What You Will, meaning you get to choose your own ticket price (starting at $10, plus a $3 venue preservation fee). Sponsored by Unlocking the Spectrum.

Our sensory-friendly performance will be completely nut-free. We’ll provide a grazing table with a variety of pre-packaged snack options. For this performance only, families are welcome to bring their own food (within reason, no nuts allowed).

Accommodations for these performances include:

• Lower sound level, especially for startling or loud sounds
• Lights remain on at a low level in the theater during the performance
• Elimination of any strobe or flashing light sequences
• Patrons are free to talk and leave their seats during the performance
• More space in theater seating area for standing and movement
• Fidgets and noise canceling headphones welcome
• Resource materials available online and at performances, so families know what to expect at the theater and during the show.

A STORY THAT WOULDN’T SINK

Why We’re Telling Finn’s Story

In February 2025, the Kennedy Center announced the cancellation of a planned national tour of Finn, the children’s musical it commissioned and premiered in 2024. Despite playing to sold-out houses, the Center cited financial reasons for the decision. That explanation stood in contrast to the widely understood reality that Finn’s themes of inclusivity and belonging did not align with the current administration’s agenda.

After the announcement, the creators of the musical—Chris Nee, Michael Kooman, and Christopher Dimond—released a joint statement on Instagram, saying: “While not a surprise given the events of the last week, it is a heartbreak. But we will not be silenced. And we will not abandon the kids we wrote this show for. They are already under attack from every side. We didn’t ask for this joy bomb of a show to be a part of the resistance, but here we are.”

Finn’s story didn’t end when plans changed. It found a new home—right here. Constellation is proud to be the first regional theater to produce Finn, affirming our belief in theater as a tool for fostering empathy, inclusion, and joy.

Community Events

Finn Sensory Bottles at the Monroe County Public Library (Downtown)

Saturday, April 18 | 2:00pm – 3:00pm
For ages 5-10
Registration opens on March 19!

Dive into creativity with an under-the-sea craft adventure! Make your own sensory bottles to celebrate Finn, a shark who wants to sparkle and shine! This hands-on workshop invites participants to imagine their own fish character and build an underwater world to match—complete with colorful liquids, shimmering beads, and ocean-themed surprises. This program is inspired by Constellation Stage & Screen’s upcoming production of Finn (May 1–17).

Daniella Wheelock (she/her) is a theatremaker and community builder currently serving as the Associate Artistic Director of Constellation Stage & Screen. She graduated magna cum laude from Webster University’s Sargent Conservatory of Theatre Arts with a degree in Directing and was an Emerging Professional Resident at Milwaukee Repertory Theatre. She has three years of development experience writing grants and supporting arts organizations of all sizes in Chicago both as an individual and as a member of the Artistic Fundraising Group team. In her directing work, she has assistant directed at regional theatres across the Midwest, including Steppenwolf Theatre Company, St. Louis Repertory Theatre, and Milwaukee Repertory Theatre, in addition to directing around the country. In Bloomington, she has directed Wipeout and Webster’s B!+@# at Constellation and The Roommate at Cardinal Stage. Other recent directing credits include: The Rise and Fall of Holly Fudge (Phoenix Theatre | Indianapolis, IN); Hot Asian Doctor Husband (Alley Repertory Theatre | Boise, ID); Let Me Tell You: Stories of Asian American Authenticity (produced by mia park and Chicago Public Library | Chicago, IL); and Working (CATCO | Columbus, OH). daniellawheelock.com