Tufts University’s Magic Circle Theatre presents the first of four productions of “Charlotte’s Web,”  E.B. White’s timeless tale of friendship, loyalty, and courage. When Fern Avery saves the runt pig, Wilbur, from the ax, she never dreams that danger courts him at every turn. Keeping the radiant and humble Wilbur from becoming bacon is a full-time job for a self-centered gander, a clever rate, and a heroic spider named Charlotte. Watch as Wilbur wins prizes at the state fair, avoids the smokehouse, and learns an invaluable lesson about friendship.

Tickets are $10 through the Tufts online ticket office. Additional performances are at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Wednesday, August 3, and at 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 4.

Magic Circle Theater is New England’s oldest theater by and for children and is a great opportunity to introduce children to theater.