Tue December 23, 2025
The Gift of Nothing, a holiday musical for the whole family, presented by Marin Theatre
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Marin Theatre's first-ever family holiday musical, "The Gift of Nothing," is a musical for children of all ages! This holiday season, Marin Theatre in Mill Valley is thrilled to announce its first-ever family holiday musical, "The Gift of Nothing"! Adapted for the stage by Patrick McDonnell, The Gift of Nothing is a charming musical based on the Patrick McDonnell book and featuring the beloved characters from Mutts comics. Mooch the cat and Earl the dog star in this tender and funny musical as Mooch searches for the perfect gift for his best friend. Along the way, he discovers that the true spirit of the season is "presence over presents." With gentle humor, playful songs, and a deeply touching message, this delightful production reminds audiences of all ages that spending quality time with quality friends is the greatest gift of all.
This production is being presented in partnership with Muttville Senior Dog Rescue and coincides with the 20th Anniversary of the publishing of The Gift of Nothing children's book, which will be available for sale at the Theatre alongside the newly released companion book, The Gift of Everything. The Gift of Nothing is one hour with no intermission. Join Marin Theatre for live storytime in the lobby 30 minutes before every performance!
*Saturday, December 20th, 11:00 AM is a Relaxed Performance. These are designed for anyone who needs a more flexible and comfortable theater experience. These shows adjust house rules to create a more inclusive environment.
*Dec 13 & 14, Author Patrick McDonnell Book Signing and Meet & Greet in the Marin Theatre Lobby!
*Dec 21, Meet Muttville.org senior mutts!
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This production is being presented in partnership with Muttville Senior Dog Rescue and coincides with the 20th Anniversary of the publishing of The Gift of Nothing children's book, which will be available for sale at the Theatre alongside the newly released companion book, The Gift of Everything. The Gift of Nothing is one hour with no intermission. Join Marin Theatre for live storytime in the lobby 30 minutes before every performance!
*Saturday, December 20th, 11:00 AM is a Relaxed Performance. These are designed for anyone who needs a more flexible and comfortable theater experience. These shows adjust house rules to create a more inclusive environment.
*Dec 13 & 14, Author Patrick McDonnell Book Signing and Meet & Greet in the Marin Theatre Lobby!
*Dec 21, Meet Muttville.org senior mutts!
Marin Theatre's first-ever family holiday musical, "The Gift of Nothing," is a musical for children of all ages! This holiday season, Marin Theatre in Mill Valley is thrilled to announce its first-ever family holiday musical, "The Gift of Nothing"! Adapted for the stage by Patrick McDonnell, The Gift of Nothing is a charming musical based on the Patrick McDonnell book and featuring the beloved characters from Mutts comics. Mooch the cat and Earl the dog star in this tender and funny musical as Mooch searches for the perfect gift for his best friend. Along the way, he discovers that the true spirit of the season is "presence over presents." With gentle humor, playful songs, and a deeply touching message, this delightful production reminds audiences of all ages that spending quality time with quality friends is the greatest gift of all.
This production is being presented in partnership with Muttville Senior Dog Rescue and coincides with the 20th Anniversary of the publishing of The Gift of Nothing children's book, which will be available for sale at the Theatre alongside the newly released companion book, The Gift of Everything. The Gift of Nothing is one hour with no intermission. Join Marin Theatre for live storytime in the lobby 30 minutes before every performance!
*Saturday, December 20th, 11:00 AM is a Relaxed Performance. These are designed for anyone who needs a more flexible and comfortable theater experience. These shows adjust house rules to create a more inclusive environment.
*Dec 13 & 14, Author Patrick McDonnell Book Signing and Meet & Greet in the Marin Theatre Lobby!
*Dec 21, Meet Muttville.org senior mutts!
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This production is being presented in partnership with Muttville Senior Dog Rescue and coincides with the 20th Anniversary of the publishing of The Gift of Nothing children's book, which will be available for sale at the Theatre alongside the newly released companion book, The Gift of Everything. The Gift of Nothing is one hour with no intermission. Join Marin Theatre for live storytime in the lobby 30 minutes before every performance!
*Saturday, December 20th, 11:00 AM is a Relaxed Performance. These are designed for anyone who needs a more flexible and comfortable theater experience. These shows adjust house rules to create a more inclusive environment.
*Dec 13 & 14, Author Patrick McDonnell Book Signing and Meet & Greet in the Marin Theatre Lobby!
*Dec 21, Meet Muttville.org senior mutts!
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