The Big Meow, adapted from the book by Elizabeth Spires, is the story of an ever-hopeful fluff-ball who desperately wants to belong to the band of neighborhood cats. This story of hope, disappointment, courage and the need for belonging, is told through the experiences of Little Cat, a potential weakness is a unique strength. The Big Meow, on Jan. 13 at 3 p.m., is presented by Jane Franklin Dance at Theatre on the Run, 3700 S Four Mile Run Dr, Arlington, VA. $15 for adults; $10 for kids under 10. janefranklin.com.