Dottie's Magic Pockets, billed as the first children's program for kids in gay and lesbian families and their friends, will be screened for the first time in Chicago on June 7 at 10 a.m. at the Hoover Leppen Theatre at Center on Halsted.
According to a recent press release, the series, which is already available on DVD, is targeted for kids ages 2-7 and was created by independent production company Pink Pea.
The show features the character, Dottie (played by actress Jen Plante) a lesbian mom who leads her puppet friends as they sing, laugh, and help each other through wacky adventures. The show also includes images that represent gay families -- such as a cartoon with purplish-pink Princess and her two Dads -- as well as visits with real-life families to help children understand and appreciate how unique kids and families can be.
Admission to the Chicago event is $5 per family.
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