WILMINGTON — Another set of magical entertainment from The Murphy Kids and more is pulling into town this weekend for the annual Wilmington Savings Bank Murphy Express.

Director Timothy Larrick is once again creating his magic, managing to get the best out of 50 kids. The Murphy Kids looked like pros during rehearsal Tuesday night, having a blast performing on the stage of the Murphy Theatre in this annual community tradition.

The Wilmington Savings Bank Murphy Express will perform on the Murphy Theatre stage Friday, December 9 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 10 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. before the Murphy Express heads back to the North Pole.

Get your tickets now by going online at www.themurphytheatre.org or by calling 937-382-3643. You can also stop in the box office during extended hours this week until 8 p.m.

Looking good and sounding good.

http://aimmedianetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2016/12/web1_murphy-3.jpgLooking good and sounding good. Leslie Keller-Biehl | Murphy Theatre

Rehearsing a number that gets to the heart of it all.

http://aimmedianetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2016/12/web1_murphy-6.jpgRehearsing a number that gets to the heart of it all. Leslie Keller-Biehl | Murphy Theatre

The Murphy Kids rehearse a number for this weekend’s show — although one member seems to be questioning the direction.

http://aimmedianetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2016/12/web1_murphy-2.jpgThe Murphy Kids rehearse a number for this weekend’s show — although one member seems to be questioning the direction. Eileen Brady | Murphy Theatre

Murphy Kids of all ages rehearse for the show.

http://aimmedianetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2016/12/web1_murphy-4.jpgMurphy Kids of all ages rehearse for the show. Eileen Brady | Murphy Theatre

Two youngsters remain calm in the midst of all the show preparation.

http://aimmedianetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2016/12/web1_murphy-5.jpgTwo youngsters remain calm in the midst of all the show preparation. Eileen Brady | Murphy Theatre