Fezziwig presents a sci-fi family frolic in Wolfville, N.S.

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Join the audience for the annual Fezziwig frolic Nov. 29 to 30.The show is excellent for all ages, says writer and former cast member Billy Van Ekris.

This year, Fezziwig presents They Give: or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Holidays, which is an original script by Van Ekris.

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He says the show is packed full of everything — from an alarmingly large tree in the middle of town, small and dazzlingly impressive cubes, the careful balance of human emotions and strange visitors from out of this world. It even features a robotic duck.

As wild as that might seem, the show’s overall themes speak to the vulnerability and trust it takes to accept ourselves, each other, and the realities of living in a community.

The Fezziwig Family Christmas Frolic began in 1996 and over the years has taken many forms: drama, pantomime and this year, a science fiction tale. It represents the second in a trilogy of productions.

They Give: or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Holidays will include three performances in Wolfville.

Among the returning cast members this year are Alan Slipp, Linda Levy Fisk, and John Colton.

Approximately 25 local children and community members will join them on the Al Whittle Theatre stage.

Leading the creative team are Van Ekris and Alisha Christie, as choreographer. Heather Price is going to be at the piano offering lively music.

Show time for the frolic is 7 p.m. and there is a Saturday matinee at 2 p.m. Regular admission is $15, with $10 tickets for seniors, students and children.

Tickets are available at Eos Natural Foods and Applewicks at L’Arche Homefires in Wolfville. Accessible seating is available upon request.