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Onstage company

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If you're looking for engaging, classroom-friendly theatre for elementary audiences, Dog Loves Books brings a playful, book-loving stage experience to life. Based on Louise Yates's 2010 US Parents' Choice Award-winning book and inspired by ArtsPower's creative team, this 60-minute show is crafted for grades K–2 with study guides and educator resources. We've got you covered with reliable ticket access so you can secure seats for your students and families.

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Below you'll find a detailed biography of the performer, highlights from their discography, and up-to-date information on upcoming tours. Dates and venues vary, so check back for new listings as announcements come in.

Onstage company

Documented collaborators

Dog Loves Books is a family-friendly performer with roots in educational theatre. The show is developed by a collaboration of ArtsPower's seasoned writers and musicians, including Greg Gunning (playwright/director), John Forster (co‑composer/lyricist), and Richard DeRosa (co‑composer/orchestrator). Performances typically run about 60 minutes and are complemented by classroom resources designed to enrich early literacy and reading engagement. While public 2025 date listings may not be publicly posted yet, you can rely on us to monitor availability and secure tickets when new dates are announced. For parents and teachers, this is a special opportunity to experience a book come to life on stage.

Onstage company

Documented collaborators

Social links: stay connected with Dog Loves Books across their official channels for the latest updates, tours, and media content: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and the official site: ArtsPower.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Dog Loves Books

  • Based on Louise Yates's 2010 book Dog Loves Books, which won the US Parents' Choice Award and the UK Roald Dahl Funny Prize.
  • ArtsPower's Dog Loves Books features a creative team including Greg Gunning (playwright/director), John Forster (co‑composer/lyricist) and Richard DeRosa (co‑composer/orchestrator).
  • Shows are approximately 60 minutes, designed for grades K–2, with classroom-friendly study guides and educational materials.
  • Past tour venues included The Music Hall (Portsmouth, NH), Algonquin Arts Theatre (NJ) and Lebanon Opera House (NH), among others; a 2016 Pittsburgh run is documented in local listings.
  • Public availability for 2025 dates is not listed; ArtsPower’s online On Demand platform ceased operations in 2024.

Dog Loves Books is a family-friendly performer with roots in educational theatre. The show is developed by a collaboration of ArtsPower's seasoned writers and musicians, including Greg Gunning (playwright/director), John Forster (co‑composer/lyricist), and Richard DeRosa (co‑composer/orchestrator). Performances typically run about 60 minutes and are complemented by classroom resources designed to enrich early literacy and reading engagement. While public 2025 date listings may not be publicly posted yet, you can rely on us to monitor availability and secure tickets when new dates are announced. For parents and teachers, this is a special opportunity to experience a book come to life on stage.

Social links: stay connected with Dog Loves Books across their official channels for the latest updates, tours, and media content: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and the official site: ArtsPower.

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