The Adventures of Little Billy

Live on stage! The Adventures of Little Billy June 15, 2026 Livingston NJ
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Capturing the imagination of readers of all ages, Little Billy enters the woods, meeting animals along his quest to find the Magic Tree. Each animal Billy meets shares one of the 5 Secrets that instill the developmental life lessons necessary for Little Billy to embark on a journey of learning, discovery, and character building.

Originally published in 1991, Little Billy has sparked the imagination of thousands of children and young adults all over the world. In this special edition hardcover, the timeless story of The Adventures of Little Billy: In Search of the Magic Tree will be introduced to the next generations of children, helping to re-ignite the importance of character education in the leaders of tomorrow.

Bring Little Billy Home

Five secrets. One magic tree. A whole lot of giggles along the way. Grab your copy of The Adventures of Little Billy at your favorite retailer below.

Amazon

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St. Petersburg Press

Hardcover · Ages 4–10 · 32 pages

Upcoming Events

Little Billy is hitting the road! Catch live performances, school productions, story times, and special appearances as the Magic Tree comes to life on stages near you. 

June

15

2026

7:00 PM

The Adventures of Little Billy: In Search of the Magic Tree

Performed by the Livingston High School Theatre Arts 1 Students

“The Adventures of Little Billy: In Search of the Magic Tree” Debuts June 15, 2026

Livingston, NJ — Students from Livingston High School’s Theatre Arts 1 program will take center stage in a heartwarming and imaginative production of “The Adventures of Little Billy: In Search of the Magic Tree” on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM in the Livingston High School Auditorium.

This special performance represents the culmination of a semester-long final project that brings together students from all grade levels and a wide range of abilities. Tasked with adapting the beloved children’s story into a short, touring theatrical production, students have collaborated on every aspect of the show—from storytelling and character development to staging and performance.

More than just a play, Little Billy is designed with a meaningful mission: to inspire young audiences. Following its debut, the production is intended to tour local elementary schools, where it will share powerful lessons about courage, kindness, perseverance, and self-discovery.

Originally envisioned as a special edition hardcover children’s book and animated series, “The Adventures of Little Billy: In Search of the Magic Tree” now takes an exciting step forward—coming to life on stage through the creativity and passion of Livingston High School’s student performers.

“This project is about more than theatre,” said program representatives. “It’s about giving students a voice, fostering collaboration, and using storytelling as a way to positively impact younger children in our community.”

Families, community members, and members of the press are invited to attend this inspiring evening of student-driven theatre and support the next generation of performers and storytellers.

See Little Billy Come to Life

The story leapt off the page and onto the stage. Watch the highlights from the world- premiere production.

The Show That Brought Little Billy to Life

Little Billy is hitting the road! Catch live performances, school productions, story times, and special appearances as the Magic Tree comes to life on stages near you. 

June

15

2026

PREMIERED

Post - Show

The Adventures of Little Billy: In Search of the Magic Tree

Performed by the Livingston High School Theatre Arts 1 Students

Every element – the script, the performances, and the design – was created by the students themselves, adapting Barry Farber’s beloved story into a children’s production built to tour local elementary schools.

“The Adventures of Little Billy: In Search of the Magic Tree” Debuts June 15, 2026

Livingston, NJ — Students from Livingston High School’s Theatre Arts 1 program will take center stage in a heartwarming and imaginative production of “The Adventures of Little Billy: In Search of the Magic Tree” on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM in the Livingston High School Auditorium.

This special performance represents the culmination of a semester-long final project that brings together students from all grade levels and a wide range of abilities. Tasked with adapting the beloved children’s story into a short, touring theatrical production, students have collaborated on every aspect of the show—from storytelling and character development to staging and performance.

More than just a play, Little Billy is designed with a meaningful mission: to inspire young audiences. Following its debut, the production is intended to tour local elementary schools, where it will share powerful lessons about courage, kindness, perseverance, and self-discovery.

Originally envisioned as a special edition hardcover children’s book and animated series, “The Adventures of Little Billy: In Search of the Magic Tree” now takes an exciting step forward—coming to life on stage through the creativity and passion of Livingston High School’s student performers.

“This project is about more than theatre,” said program representatives. “It’s about giving students a voice, fostering collaboration, and using storytelling as a way to positively impact younger children in our community.”

Families, community members, and members of the press are invited to attend this inspiring evening of student-driven theatre and support the next generation of performers and storytellers.

What People Are Saying

From Hardcover Book to High School Stage —The Reviews Are In!
“That was freaking awesome! Even better than I imagined. They did a great job with the script. Onto Broadway!”
— Michael Karp
“What a heartwarming rendition of The Adventures of Little Billy! This charming story beautifully teaches meaningful and impactful life lessons in a way that children can easily understand and enjoy. As an elementary school teacher, I can confidently say that both the book and this performance will delight young audiences while inspiring important conversations and learning opportunities. Way to go, Barry!”
— Cindy Swenson
“Awesome! Such a fun rendition of the book. Thank you for bringing Little Billy to life and delivering great messages with so much energy and fun.”
— Jim & Andrea Coriddi
“Congrats! That was a blast! The kids did a great job!”
— Steve Breg
“Congratulations on a remarkable event!”
John Doe
Designer
“It was a wonderful event! A story carrying impactful messages—a must-see for children of all ages!”
— Gary Roth
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“Great job, Barry! Adorable show. Thank you, and congratulations!”
— Cindy Gallant
“intellectually exhilarating. Amazing work!”
— Charles Prizzi Jr
“It was really cool to see Little Billy performed live by the students of Livingston High School.”
— Hakim Bell
“Fun, entertaining, well-written, and well-performed, Little Billy’s Adventure is a story that teaches positive, lifelong lessons for kids of all ages! A great play for schools! Congratulations to Barry and everyone involved! ”
— Andrea Porfido
“I loved the play and the kids performing in it!”
— Greg Gallant
“So great! You should be so proud. The kids were wonderful!”
— Marc Goldberg
“I loved the storyline and the way the students brought it to life. Great job!”
— Staci & Mark Kessler
“My favorite characters… the ants!”
— Charlie Lewis
“Great show! The kids were awesome, and you could tell they really had fun with it.”
— Jeffrey Neikrie
“The students did an outstanding job. The storyline and creativity make this a great fit for elementary school audiences.”
— Jesse Broome
“Awesome show. A great way to bring the story to life and share values that are so important in life. It was amazing!”
— Scott Whitman
“Congrats, Barry! Loved it. I think everyone did!”
— Wendy Farbstein
“Great performance!”
— Michael Norman
“It was a wonderful performance! Congratulations—this will no doubt be a success.”
— Shelley Knopf
“Getting the The Adventures of Little Billy message in a fun way from a High School production is awesome. Something for every child.”
— Phil Santiago
“The children were terrific in the show. Keep writing such great books for our children to read and learn!”
— Paulette Dorfloffer
“Such a wonderful show! It was thoughtfully put together, engaging for the children, and many valuable lessons that’ll help them grow and learn. The creativity with the props and audience engagement was amazing! It was overall, a cute fantastic show!”
— Alyssa Occhiuzzi
“My granddaughter loved it!”
— Lisa Lang

Sponsor the Show

By sponsoring the show, your business becomes part of something bigger than a performance; you help inspire young storytellers while supporting kindness, empathy, and animal sanctuary preservation. Sponsors are recognized in front of families, educators, students, and community members who value creativity, character, and giving back.

It’s community storytelling with real-world impact.

A portion of proceeds from book sales at each performance of The Adventures of Little Billy will help support Tamerlaine Animal Sanctuary and its mission to rescue animals, provide lifelong care, and preserve a more compassionate world for future generations.

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Sponsorship open

Livingston High School Theatre Arts

June 15, 2026 • Livingston High School Auditorium

Playbill advertisement options

Platinum Sponsor

Priority page (full) • Show mention

$1,000

Diamond Sponsor

Full page

$500

Half Page

4.25" × 5.5"

$275

Quarter Page

2" × 5.5"

$150

Little Billy Fan Club

Name or business listed

$25

Email allison@barryfarber.com a PDF of your advertisement and your desired size. All advertisements must be digital, and business cards are not accepted.

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