AMERICAN ADVENTURES OF LEWIS & CLARK

Friday, September 26, 2003
@ 9:55 am & 1:00 pm

Grades 3-8

CHICAGO SHAKESPEARE THEATRE'S ROMEO & JULIET

A city, two families, and a rivalry so old that no one can remember its cause. Romeo, a Montague, and Juliet, a Capulet, fall in love in a culture of old hatreds. Four hundred years after Shakespeare wrote Romeo and Juliet, we see in its characters and their story ourselves, our families, our world. Shakespeare’s characters are faced with choices and so are we -- will it be words or swords that we choose to steer our lives?
Each year Chicago Shakespeare Theater receives widespread critical acclaim for artistic excellence and its accessible, creative approach to Shakespeare’s work.
Barbara Gaines Artistic Director / Criss Henderson Executive Director
Written by William Shakespeare / Directed by Gary Griffin

Wednesday, October 22, 2003
@ 10:00 am

Grades 9-12

This presentation is part of Shakespeare in American Communities, a national theatre touring initiative sponsored by the National Endowment 
for the Arts and 
The Sallie Mae Fund in cooperation with 
Arts Midwest

CORDUROY

Being a new kid in a big city can really give a little girl the blues. When Lisa sees Corduroy, a lonely teddy bear sitting unloved on a store shelf, she knows she has to adopt him. This new musical, set in Harlem, has a lively jazz and R&B score, and is based on Don Freeman’s popular book by the same name. This delightful musical treat is perfect for anyone who has ever wanted a friend.

Tuesday, November 25, 2003
@ 9:55 am & 1:00 pm

Grades Pre-School - 2

COLOR OF JUSTICE

This is the story of a courageous young girl named Grace, a great warrior for justice, Thurgood Marshall, and their battle for equal rights. It was a battle against bigots and Klansmen. A battle against fearful friends and neighbors who want to leave well enough alone. A battle that costs Grace’s father his job and Grace her best friend. But a battle that they ultimately win, changing their lives and the lives of black school children all over America.

Monday, January 26, 2004
@ 9:55 am & 1:00 pm

Grades 4-9

A lively adora-bull musical adaptation of Munro Leaf and Robert Lawson’s beloved Story of Ferdinand, the young bull who would rather sit and smell the flowers than fight – in fact, he chooses to become friends with the Matador, winning the admiration of the crowd. This production is full of fun and offers valuable lessons. It is also a wonderful introduction to foreign languages, as it includes dialogue containing elementary Spanish vocabulary.

Tuesday, February 24, 2004
@ 9:55 am & 1:00 pm

Grades K-3

ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER

The rolling Mississippi comes to life in this new musical. The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is the irresistible story of a 14-year old boy growing up in the heartland of America. In the course of the story, Tom matches wits with his stern Aunt Polly, falls in love with beautiful Becky Thatcher, and they, along with Huckleberry Finn, go on the adventure of their lives. It is a tale of thrilling escapes, comedy, and inspiration! The prestigious Kennedy Center presents this performance. In conjunction, they offer a teacher workshop for which teachers may receive continuing education credits. Those interested may contact the Palace (740) 383-2101.

Wednesday, March 3, 2004
@ 9:55 am & 1:00 pm

Grades 4 and up

SUPER SCIENTIFIC CIRCUS

Let this three-ring atmosphere help you convince students that science can be fun! This performance demonstrates seemingly impossible circus tricks that actually have scientific explanations – why you cannot crush an egg with your hand, putting a needle through a balloon, pulling a tablecloth out from under a student, without disturbing the student or the chair! Using student volunteers, these master circus and mime actors teach terms like friction, inertia, velocity, aerodynamics, and more!

Thursday, April 15, 2004
@ 9:55 am & 1:00 pm

Grades Pre - 3 (am show)
Grades 4-7 (pm show)