The Monster Who Ate My Peas Tickets

The Monster Who Ate My Peas brings a playful, imaginative experience to family audiences. Based on the beloved children’s book published in September 2001, the performer ties the humor of a boy negotiating with a friendly monster to live theatre, inspired by a literary classic that has earned readers’ choice awards and sparked adaptations into a musical and ballet. This performer page offers a concise biography, discography highlights, and current touring information to help families, educators, and venues plan memorable shows across the country.

With a history rooted in ArtsPower’s stage adaptations, this act has graced stages at notable venues including the Kelsey Theatre in New Jersey, the Alden Theatre in Washington, DC, and the Wharton Center in Michigan. We’ve got you covered for reliable booking and accessible show options.

Artist Biography: The Monster Who Ate My Peas is grounded in the imaginative world created by Danny Schnitzlein, an award-winning children’s author whose work has resonated with readers nationwide. Schnitzlein’s book—an inventive tale about a boy who makes a bargain with a monster to eat his peas—captured the gentle humor and curiosity of childhood. The story’s enduring popularity led ArtsPower to adapt it for the stage, where it has entertained audiences in venues across the United States. Beyond the on-page adventure, Schnitzlein’s career includes multiple awards such as Indiana’s Young Hoosier Book Award and Virginia’s VSRA Readers’ Choice Award, and the book represented Georgia at the 2004 National Book Festival. These accolades reflect the work’s appeal to kids, families, and libraries alike.

Discography Highlights: While The Monster Who Ate My Peas is primarily known as a literary property and stage adaptation, the author and performer family-friendly catalog emphasizes storytelling, music, and movement. Highlights to note include the show’s integration of original songs, interactive storytelling segments, and choreography that brings the monster and boy’s negotiations to life on stage. For fans, these performances emphasize accessibility, engagement, and educational value—perfect for classroom outreach or family nights.

Upcoming Tour Information: The performer’s live engagements have historically included public appearances from 2014–2019, with online ArtsPower performance options available in 2020–2021. While the official 2025 tour dates are not publicly listed here, venues and cities with a history of presenting the show include regional theatres and schools. If you’re seeking a performance for a school assembly, library program, or family theatre night, secure your seats early and reach out to your local venue for the latest scheduling. We’ll keep you updated with confirmed dates as they’re announced.