School Series

Monday, October 16th at 10:00 & 11:45 a.m.

Performed by TheatreworksUSA, New York

Theatreworks brings another of its hugely popular musical revues based on favorite contemporary children’s literature. In Dragons Love Tacos we see that dragons may be fun, but we learn not to give them tacos, or they’ll never leave! Ride the range with Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa, meet Mercy, an exuberant pig who loves to drive, in Mercy Watson Goes for a Ride. And finally, our young audience will experience a young girl’s self-discovery in The Dot.. All of these stories come to life on the stage, while students will have a great time and learn some small life lessons, too.

• Suggested for grades K-3. Curriculum: Language Arts, Music, Theatre, Health

“We thoroughly enjoyed the performance…My students said they wish they could watch the whole thing over again!”..Teacher Owensboro, KY

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Monday, October 23rd at 10:00 & 11:45 a.m.

Performed by Mark Nizer, New York

Mark Nizer has been on MTV, HBO, at Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center and all over the world. This exciting show has a lot going on- from juggling lazer beams to ping pong balls, blacklight technology, plus lots of comedy and music, too! He ties the performance together for students incorporating the scientific method, critical thinking skills and with an extensive Study Guide. What a great way to introduce scientific theories!

• Suggested for grades 4-6. Curriculum- Science, Theatre, Music, Social Studies

“Captivated our students ..Fantastic!”…Jackson County Public Schools

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Wednesday, October 25th at 10:00 & 11:45

Performed by Dallas Children’s Theatre on Tour

Based on a popular book by Melinda Long, this musical excursion tells the story of young Jeremy, who has joined a band of comical pirates searching for the perfect spot to bury their treasure. Our hero finds fun on the high seas but ultimately learns that home and family are the best treasures of all. With terrific songs like “Green Teeth”, “Talk Like a Pirate” and many other clever numbers, the audience will be wanting to sing and dance in the aisles.

• Suggested for grades K-3. Curriculum: Language Arts, Theatre, Music, Art, Health

“...a swashbuckling, high energy funny-bone tickling musical”..Dallas Edition

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Tuesday, November 7 , 2017 at 10:00 & 11:45

Performed by Theatreworks USA, New York

The ever-popular Junie B. is back again, with all her angst-ridden situations- getting used to new glasses, entering first grade and making new friends. Based on several of Barbara Parks popular books, this critically acclaimed musical is hugely entertaining for both adults and children.

• Suggested for grades K-3. Curriculum: Language Arts, Theatre, Music, Health

“..a splendid hour of music, laughter and life lessons..” Roma Torre, New York One

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Thursday, November 30th, 2017 at 10:00 & 11:45

Performed by Roseneath Theatre, Ontario, Canada

The multi award-winning Roseneath Theatre presents a charming, original play about friendship, family and a magical money tree. When Shasta’s father loses his job, her elaborate birthday plans are downsized, until she and her friend Simon meet a mysterious Traveler who enables them to grow a tree with leaves of money. This introduction to financial literacy explores the idea of needs vs. wants and affirms the value of friendship and family.

• Suggested for grades 3-6 Curriculum: Language Arts, Theatre, Health, Math

“.. taught about values and promoted discussions [of] different types of bullying..” Teacher

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Thursday, January 18th, 2018 at 10:00 & 11:45

Performed by Two Beans Productions, New York

Everybody’s favorite cat comes to the stage in a delightful new musical. True to the well-loved book, he turns a rainy afternoon into fun and adventure for Sally and her brother. Children and teachers will enjoy seeing Dr. Seuss come to life and discover again how much they love Dr. Seuss.

• Suggested for grades PK-2. Curriculum: Language Arts, Theatre, Music

“..charming, slyly humorous….” Clive Owens, New York Post

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Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 10:00 & 11:45

Presented by Bradley Fields, Washington, D.C.

Back by popular request, internationally renowned Bradley Fields captivates the audience with his magic illusions combined with the secrets behind some startling math tricks. He challenges, provokes and elicits critical thinking while introducing Imhotep, Pythagoras and history’s first magicians (whose secrets were really math related!).

• Suggested for grades 3-5. Curriculum: Science, Math, Theatre, Social Studies

“The Gold Standard for Arts in Education” ..National Council of Teachers of Mathematics “..Funny, entertaining, great audience participation..” The Music Hall

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Friday, January 26, 2018 at 10:00 & 11:45

Performed by Griffin Theatre Company, from Chicago

This funny version of the Caldecott Award-winning book wreaks havoc on the fairy tales we all thought we knew. The plot centers around Jack (of Beanstalk fame), who tries to use stories, friends and one annoying Little Red Hen to avoid being eaten by the Giant. This wacky musical production encourages imagination plus lots of laughter and creativity.

• Suggested for grades PK-3. Curriculum: Language Arts, Music, Theatre

“..Irreverently turns favorite fairy tales topsy turvy..”Chicago Tribune. “….Lots of fun” Chicago Sun Times

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Wednesday, February 7, 2018, at 10:00 & 11:45

Presented by TheatreworksUSA, from New York

It sold out three years ago, and schools have been asking us to bring back this hard-rocking musical ever since. After years of feeling like a misfit, Percy Jackson discovers he’s the son of the Greek god, Poseidon, and embarks on a major adventure. Based on the popular book series by Rick Riordan, the play has excitement, mythology, family and communication issues- plus GREAT music!

• Suggested for grades 4-7 Curriculum: Language Arts, Music, Theatre, Social Studies

“Funny, fast-paced, wonderfully imaginative musical….a true crowd pleaser.”..Theatre Mania

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Friday, April 27, 2018 at 10:00 & 11:45

Performed by Mermaid Theatre, from Nova Scotia

The wonderfully creative Mermaid Theatre brings a brand new musical production of The Rainbow Fish. Using enchanting blacklight puppetry with narration and music, the play illustrates the joy of sharing and discovery. It is adapted from the award-winning The Rainbow Fish, Rainbow Fish Discovers the Deep Blue Sea and Opposites. Mermaid presented the very popular The Very Hungry Caterpillar several years ago, and this will be an equally beautiful treat for our young audiences.

• Suggested for grades PK-2. Curriculum: Language Arts, Music, Science, Theatre, Art

“..a .. quiet delight… brought to memorable life…” The Los Angeles Times

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Monday, April 30, 2018 at 10:00 & 11:45

Performed by Theatreworks USA, New York

TheatreWorks’ musical enacts a year in the life of Clementine, the delightful heroine in the popular books of the same name. She’s an irrepressible third grader experiencing typical good and bad days. Among many distressing events, she gets sent to the principal’s office, learns she’s becoming a big sister, tries to order a gorilla for a school pet (to no avail), her cat goes missing, and her beloved teacher may be moving to Egypt! This fun musical will appeal to boys and girls alike.

• Suggested for grades K-3. Curriculum: Language Arts, Music, Theatre

“my 2nd graders loved this book..” -Teacher

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