The Ohio Northern University Freed Center for the Performing Arts presents "John Tartaglia's ImaginOcean" on Saturday, Oct. 29, at 10 a.m.

Conceived by Tony Award nominee and Disney Playhouse star John Tartaglia, "ImaginOcean" is a one-of-a-kind, live black-light puppet show for kids of all ages.

Join Tank, Bubbles and Dorsel, three best friends who just happen to be fish, as they set out on a remarkable journey of discovery that begins with the discovery of a treasure map. As they swim off in search of clues, they'll sing, dance and make new friends, including everyone in the audience. Ultimately, the trio discovers the greatest treasure of all: friendship.

Tickets are $10 for adults; $10 for seniors; $5 for non-ONU students; and $5 for children. Tickets are on sale now. The Freed Center box office is open Monday through Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Phone orders are accepted with American Express, MasterCard, VISA or Discover by calling 419-772-1900. Tickets also are available online at www.freedcenter.com

Background information:

Tony-Award nominee John Tartaglia has certainly spread his creative wings. He starred in the acclaimed musical Avenue Q, appeared on Broadway in Shrek The Musical and in Disney's Beauty and the Beast, and created and starred in The Playhouse Disney series ''Johnny and the Sprites.'' Now, as if creative wings weren't enough, he has grown some creative gills as well, with the production of John Tartaglia's ImaginOcean.

John Tartaglia's ImaginOcean is a magical undersea adventure for kids of all ages. Tank, Bubbles and Dorsel, three best friends who just happen to be fish, set out on a remarkable journey of discovery. It all starts with a treasure map. As they swim off in search of clues, they'll sing, they'll dance, and they'll make new friends, including everyone in the audience. Ultimately they discover the greatest treasure of all: friendship.

Jam-packed with music ranging from swing to R&B to Big Band, John Tartaglia's ImaginOcean is a blast from the first big splash to the last wave goodbye.