Curriculum Connections:
Language Arts, Cultural Heritage, Music, Dance, Geography, Fairness, Respect, Caring

When an African king desires a wife, the most beautiful maidens in the land are invited to meet him. Mufaro believes his two daughters to be the most worthy of such an honor. As Manyara and Nyasha each make the journey to be presented to the king, the two beautiful girls are tested in ways that reveal their very different dispositions. The splendor of Zimbabwe and the energy of the African land will burst onto the stage in this production, which combines authentic African drumming, powerful choreography, and thrilling original music and is based on the Caldecott Honor-winning book.

Curriculum Connections:
Music, Communication/Language Arts, Relationships and Family

Join the Cat in the Hat as he hosts this musical romp through the Seuss classics. Horton the Elephant (of Who-hearing fame), JoJo of Whoville, Miss Gertrude McFuzz, and Mayzie La Bird are among the featured characters in this adventurous mash-up of Dr. Seuss' rhyming tales. Its props and effects are fun, clever, and relatable for kids. The fast-paced, song-filled production is packed with action and color. Touted as "half as long and twice as enjoyable" as the Broadway production, this abridged children's version of Seussical is TheatreworksUSA's biggest show ever!

Curriculum Connections:
Literature Based, Performing Arts, Language Arts

The Scottish play—its actual name never uttered by those who believe the tales of its curse—centers on the Scottish general Macbeth, who chances upon three
mysterious witches during his journey home from war. The witches foretell of three prophecies, one of which
claims Macbeth will eventually become the King of Scotland. Once Lady Macbeth learns of this prediction,
Shakespeare's shortest play—complete with ghosts, daggers, and a murderer's sleepwalking confession—
hurtles along with increasing ferocity, propelled by one of the most famous couples in all of dramatic literature.

Curriculum Connections:
Literature Based, Visual Arts, Music, Fairness, Caring

When a spoiled princess drops her golden ball into a well, someone kind and noble comes to
her rescue. Sadly for her, it is not a handsome prince, but a lowly frog, who agrees to retrieve
the golden ball in exchange for her friendship. The princess breaks her promise to be the frog's
companion, and she must face the music in this funny, faithful adaptation of the classic folk story
by the Brothers Grimm. The beautiful production showcases an amphibian ensemble created by
internationally acclaimed puppet master Terry Snyder.

Curriculum Connections:
Role Playing, Problem Solving, Imagination,
Anti-Bullying, Self Esteem, Respect, Friendship, Diversity, Tolerance

Danny makes friends fast—and he can pack his bags even faster. It's a good thing, since Danny and his mom move constantly, struggling to evade homelessness and overcome poverty. When they move into a basement apartment on Clinton Street, the kids he meets have even more problems. Danny's imaginative playing creates an alternate world for his new friends, helping them cope. It also helps Danny tackle the shame he feels about his inability to read.

Curriculum Connections:
Literature Based, Communication/Language, Arts, Music, Visual Arts, Relationships and Family

Who knew first grade could be fodder for the bestest musical ever? Join sassy journal-keeper Junie B. Jones as she chronicles a funny, angst-ridden first-grade year in her "Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal." Through
riotous song-and-dance numbers, you'll learn about Junie B., Boss of Lunch, Junie B., One-Man Band, and other hilarious tales of the first-grade heroine. Adapted from Barbara Park's Junie B. Jones book series, this colorful, fast-paced musical bounces through such 6-year-old adventures and dilemmas as new friends, tattletales, hairnets, new glasses, sugar cookies, and the annual kickball tournament.

Curriculum Connections:
Dance, Visual Arts, Social Studies/History (African History); English/Language Arts

Appealing especially to students interested in modern dance, this enlightening presentation will feature Ronald K. Brown, artistic director of Evidence, A Dance Company. Since he was a child growing up in Brooklyn, Brown has shown through his energetic choreography how European traditions can be fused with African-inspired styles. In conjunction with demonstrations from several members of the dance company, Brown explains their moves and how each work reflects modern dance.
The hour-long presentation shows how everything from classical ballet to hip-hop to Caribbean folk dances can
become a tool for a choreographer's creativity.

Curriculum Connections:
Art, Language Arts, Literary Classic, Music, Reading, Self Esteem

Whether we are very young or wise to the ways of the world, every so often we must "get back to the House at Pooh Corner" to spend some time with faithful friends. You know their names by heart: Piglet, Eeyore, Tigger, Kanga and Roo, Rabbit, Christopher Robin, and the lovable Winnie the Pooh. Based on the A.A. Milne classic of the same name, this production features the building of Eeyore's house, Tigger's arrival in the Hundred Acre Wood, the origin of the game of Poohsticks, and a heartfelt farewell to Christopher Robin, who must start school.