Garde Arts Center
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Schooltime Series
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THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE Grades 2-7 This enchanting musical is based on C.S. Lewis' adventure story about four children of war-torn England, who accidentally enter the land of Narnia by climbing through a magic wardrobe. This strange and wondrous place is ruled by the cold-hearted White Witch, who makes the winter last year round. Although they seem unlikely saviors, the children fulfill an ancient prophecy by defeating the witch, thus restoring sunshine and peace to Narnia and returning King Aslan to his throne. Monday, November 9, 2009 | 10:00 AM JIGU! Grades 2-12 In Chinese it means to 'beat or touch the drum.' You will clamor for more and be thrilled by the powerful Thunder Drums of China! Hailing from the Shanxi province, this world-renown company of drummers, percussionists and musicians will astound you in this ultra-sensory entertainment experience. The fine art of drumming and percussive performance is indicative of the culture of the Shanxi province. Performances by Jigu! are deeply rooted in these folk origins, which are blended with many modern musical elements. In this fascinating, totally new show concept from the producers of The Peking Acrobats®, high-tech lighting and special effects add to the drama of this spectacular and awe-inspiring cultural event. Monday, November 30, 2009 | 10:00 AM & 12:00 PM HENRY AND MUDGE Grades K – 4 Moving from the city to a new house in the country can be tough. Just ask Henry, who can’t find a playmate in his new neighborhood! Luckily, he’s got Mudge, a great big, 182-pound canine buddy, with whom he can share all kinds of adventures. Henry teaches his new friend to sit, heel, and shake his hand, but rolling over is one trick Henry just can’t seem to teach Mudge, no matter how hard he tries. When Henry’s cousin Annie comes for a visit, Mudge is so charmed by her that he finally rolls over at her command! Henry thinks Mudge must love Annie more than him, because the dog only does the trick for her. Very upset, Henry runs away in to the cold dark woods to find adventures on his own, Mudge follows the boy’s scent into the forest – he really does love Henry and doesn’t want to be without him. Will the two friends be reunited? Find out in this musical based on the best-selling book series by Cynthia Rylant. Thursday, January 28, 2010 | 10:00 AM CLICK, CLACK, MOO Grades K – 2 Cows that type? Hens on strike! Whoever heard of such a thing!" Farmer Brown cries. When his granddaughter Jenny comes for a visit, Farmer Brown declared the farm a "tech-free zone." He confiscates her laptop in the cold barn along with the shivering cows who use her computer to type messages requesting blankets. "No way," replies Farmer Brown. "No blankets!" So the cows go on strike and the chickens join them in solidarity. No blankets: no milk, no eggs! Will Farmer Brown give in to the animals' demands? Will Jenny get her computer back? Find out in a hilariously "mooooo-ving" new musical about negotiation and compromise, based on the Caldecott Honor Book by Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin. Thursday, April 1, 2010 | 10:00 AM & 12:00 PM FREEDOM TRAIN Grades 3 – 9 Harriet Tubman was born a slave, but at 25 she made her perilous escape from a Maryland plantation, leaving her family behind. Pursued by dogs and relentless slave catchers, she followed an escape route laid out by Quakers -- secret hiding places in churches, barns, cellars and homes. The escape route that Harriet followed soon became known as the Underground Railroad, and she quickly became one of its most celebrated 'conductors.' Up creek beds, through swamps, over hills in the dark of night, on 19 secret trips Harriet Tubman guided more than 300 slaves, including her aged parents, to freedom. Freedom Train tells the thrilling story of Harriet Tubman, the Moses of her people, in a fascinating series of highly theatrical scenes that use dance, dialogue, and music of the period. Songs include "Follow the Drinking Gourd," "Steal Away," "Wade in the Water," "Good News, the Chariot's A-comin'," and many others still sung today. Freedom Train is the story of self-sacrifice, dedication and survival, laced with warmth and a sense of humor that celebrates the human spirit -- a universal story for all. Target is the National Tour Sponsor of this production. Tuesday, June 1, 2010 | 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM CHARLOTTE’S WEB Grades K – 5 Theatreworks' production of Charlotte's Web is based on E.B. White's loving story of the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a little gray spider named Charlotte. Wilbur has a problem: how to avoid winding up as pork chops! Charlotte, a fine writer and true friend, hits on a plan to fool Farmer Zuckerman -- she will create a "miracle." Spinning the words "Some Pig" in her web, Charlotte weaves a solution which not only makes Wilbur a prize pig, but ensures his place on the farm forever. This treasured tale, featuring mad-cap and endearing farm animals, explores bravery, selfless love, and the true meaning of friendship.
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