There's a 101 reasons to go to the Barrow this weekend

The Barrow-Civic Theatre has turned into a puppy plantation as more than 50 kids bring to life the canine caper "101 Dalmatians Jr."  this weekend. 

The show is a condensed version of the classic Disney tale of a fury-crazy villain and her dim-witted henchman who carry out the kidnapping of a pack spotted pups. The would-be winter wear saved thanks to "their pets" Anita and Roger and the dogs of London.

Music is a mixture of songs from the 1961 animated film, including "Cruella De Vil" and "Kanine Krunchies" and some written specific for the spotted spectacular like "My Beautiful Coat" and "Twight Bark."

​The pack of puppies will take the stage today for a pair of shows for area school. The public performances start Friday night (which is nearly sold out already) and wrap up with a trio of shows on Saturday.

Tickets can be ordered online at barrowtheatre.org or at the box office. 

It is a show by kids for kids with a running time under 40 minutes without an intermission.

​It is fast paced with a lots of dancing and fun costumes, making it ideal for younger audiences. 

"101 Dalmatians Jr." is the first of three youth theatre experiences planned at the theatre this year. Earlier this month the Franklin Civic Operetta's annual youth summer camp, slated for July, filled up in a single day. 

In the fall, the theatre will hold auditions for "It’s Sad, So Sad When an Elf Goes Bad," a Christmas centered show open to ages 8 to 16.