4315 Skidoo in Once Upon a Wolf
This fast and furious collection of fractured fairy tales with a modern twist tells what happens when the Big Bad Wolf decides he doesn’t want to be big or bad anymore! This humorous program explores point of view, character, and stereotyping along side familiar children’s stories. Best suited for grades 3-5. Follow-up classroom workshops are available. $450 per performance; $25 for each classroom workshop
Lone Star Brass in Brass Has Class
Where do horns come from? Why are they shaped like that? Why are some trumpets silver and some gold? These are a few of the questions answered by Lone Star Brass, renowned brass quintet from the Midland Odessa Symphony Orchestra as they delight audiences with their amazing musical abilities. Best suited for grades 3-5
Follow-up classroom workshops are available. $550 per performance; $25 for each classroom workshop.
Fantasy Opera in Alice in Operaland
Where is everyone going? Alice (played by one of your own students or teachers) encounters four friendly characters who help her find her way to Operaland. The Baritone, Tenor, Mezzo and Soprano introduce Alice and the audience to melodies from some of the world’s most famous operas and to some very interesting characters. Vocal ranges and opera terms are explained and demonstrated by the performers. Colorful props and costume pieces help bring the musical world to life. Best suited for grades 2-5
Follow-up classroom workshops are available. $450 per performance; $25 for each classroom workshop.
Out of the Trunk Theatre Company in Wiley and the Hairy Man
Set deep within a mysterious Alabama swamp, Wiley and the Hairy Man centers around a young boy, his spell-casting Mammy, his faithful hound dog and the “scary, very hairy, most unordinary Hairy Man.” Through rhythm, rhyme, poetry and mime, the cast creates the magical mystery of the swamp while retelling this timeless American folk tale about the strength of the human spirit. In an exciting duel of wits, Wiley learns to rely upon his own resources and in the end, Wiley conquers two villains: the Hairy Man and his own fear. Appropriate for grades K-5. Follow-up classroom workshops are available. $400 per performance; $25 for each classroom workshop
Mixed Nuts in Tales from the Story Trunk
Wherever you go, you carry with you an invisible trunk. You put everything in this trunk: feelings, impressions, ideas, songs, people, dreams and even your fears. Everything you come in contact with goes into it. All of your life you add to it. When you use your trunk properly, it becomes your source of creative energy and imagination. With help from the audience, this improvisational theatre troupe entertains, enlightens, and educates as they weave numerous stories around the items in their trunk. Appropriate for all grades. $200 per performance.
Strike 2! in Worldbeats
Travel around the world with these two talented percussionists to eight different countries exploring music and instruments from our global neighbors. The jig, dance music from Ireland, is demonstrated on pennywhistle and bodhran. While studying music from India, the audience will “keep tala” and will be invited to play the kinjiras (frame drums). From Cuba comes the Rumba-Guaguanco, and the Brazilian samba uses many instruments played by audience members in a carnaval parade. The musical tour will end with the exciting sounds of steel drum music from Jamaica. Best suited for grades 3-5. $200 per performance. Because of extensive set-up, 2 performances are preferred.
The Paramount Players in Zap to the Past!
A time-traveling, brain boosting, musical INVENture written by local director, actor, and playwright Barry Smoot. Join the eccentric Dr. Tinker and his assistant, Ms. Beaker, as they blast through time with Dr. Tinker’s latest invention: the MEGAREMOTE CONTROL. Through the use of this time bending device, students visit Hypatia, the Egyptian mathematician and inventor, the great Thomas Edison, and curious Orville and Wilbur Wright. Students will delight in the humor and music while their knowledge of science, history, and math multiplies! Hold on to your seats…..POWER ON!!! Best suited for grades 3-5. Follow-up classroom workshops are available. $400 per performance; $25 for each classroom workshop
Strike 2! in We’ve Got Style
What do Coke cans, plastic eggs, oatmeal boxes, and flip-flops have in common? Discover the answer to this question in We’ve Got Style. In this performance students travel with this percussion duo as they explore styles of music from the Baroque period to the Modern Era. Musical selections feature Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, and George Hamilton Green. Original compositions by the artists are also performed. Best suited for grades 3-5. . $200 per performance. Because of extensive set-up, 2 performances are preferred.
Featured performers for 2007-08
NANCY BURKS WORCESTER: WorldMart: Always Good Choices! November 5-8, 2007
So you think you can get EVERYTHING you need at one of those big box stores? Think again! What the world really needs is peace, love, harmony, and the ability to make good choices. Ventriloquist Nancy Burks Worcester will be behind the counter making all these good things available in WORLDMART: Always Good Choices Larry the crocodile will as always be presenting one of his fractured fairy tales, Waco the Weasel has a whole new career mapped out for himself (what will it be THIS time?) and Nancy's newest adopted child Begonia will make her first appearance. . $350 per performance.
Storybook Theatre: The Napping House
February 25, 26, 27
Storybook Theatre uses theatre arts to creatively enhance their performances with the use of costumes, props, vocals, and lots of interaction with the audience. The Napping House, by Audrey Wood, is a great tool for teaching math concepts and a variety of other educational skills. Storybook Theatre captivates young children for an amazing session filled with exaggerated voices, music, dance and interaction with the audience. This story is loved and requested time and time again.
Ballet Folklorico: Mexico 2000
April 30 and May 1
This dynamic performance highlights holidays and traditional dances of Mexico. Learn the authentic dance ‘La Bamba” and enjoy the excitement and color of a Mexican Fiesta in Jalisco. Beautiful music, stunning costumes, professional dancers, and lots of audience participation!
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