SCHOOL MATINEE SERIES

The School Matinee Series is sponsored in part by
Ohio Arts Council, Honda of America Foundation, 
and the Gannett Foundation

All shows begin at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. 
unless otherwise noted


MAX & RUBY
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Curriculum Connections:
Literature, Communication and Language Arts, Music, Relationships & Family 
Big sisters have big responsibilities, especially when the little brother is a big trouble-maker! Join in the fun as TheatreworksUSA presents a new musical full of fun and sibling rivalry: Max and Ruby, a delightful musical based on the top-rated Nickelodeon show!  
Recommended for Grades PK-3
For Study Guide:
http://www.theatreworksusa.org/presenters_toolkit2.cfm?showid=1494



MAD SCIENCE:  NEWTON'S REVENGE
Monday, November 19, 2007
Curriculum Connections: Physical Science, Technology, History
This spectacular live stage show explores the zany side of science.  Professor Pruvitt and Crash demystify the fundamental Laws of Motion by demonstrating the role of physics in our everyday lives. With a little help from Sir Isaac Newton, they perform wacky experiments to investigate scientific principles. The interactive experiments and hilarious antics are guaranteed to cause a big commotion about the science of motion! 
Recommended for Grades 4-6
For Study Guide:
http://www.madscience.org/teachermanual/


CHARLOTTE'S WEB
Friday, January 25, 2008
Curriculum Connections:  
Literature Based Communication & Language Arts, Relationships & Family
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, 
She weaves a solution which not only makes Wilbur a prize pig, but ensures his place on the farm forever.  This treasured tale explores bravery, selfless love, and the true meaning of friendship.  
Recommended for Grades K-4
For Study Guide:
http://www.theatreworksusa.org/presenters_toolkit2.cfm?showid=1040


FISH FACE
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Curriculum Connections:  
Literature Based Communication & Language Arts, Relationships & Family 
Fish Face, part of the Kids of the Polk Street School series by two-time 
Newbery Honor-winning author Patricia Reilly Giff, is coming to the stage 
as an ArtsPower musical. Emily Arrow does plenty of things well with the 
help of Uni – her toy unicorn – to bring her good luck. But when Dawn Bosco 
appears, everything changes. Worst of all, Emily discovers that Dawn has 
stolen her unicorn! Will anyone believe Emily if she reveals Dawn’s 
terrible secret? In her efforts to understand why Dawn stole from her, 
Emily learns a few things about honesty and growing up. 
Addressing serious issues with a winningly light touch, 
this story sparkles with lively wit.  
Recommended for Grades 1-4
http://www.artspower.org/shows/fish%2Dface/



CENTRAL OHIO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Friday, April 18, 2008 1:00 p.m. ONLY
Curriculum Connections:  Music  
The Palace Theatre is pleased to present this special School Matinee 
to all fifth grade students. The Central Ohio Symphony Orchestra offers 
educational programs, which receive broad community support. 
These talented musicians will present an age-appropriate concert that 
is sure to be a stirring experience, promoting musical education 
and a lifelong love of music. The talent and dedication of the 
Central Ohio Symphony’s musicians will be an inspiration 
to aspiring musicians and to the audience at large.  
There is no charge for admission thanks to our grant from the Gannett Foundation.
 This is a special event for 5th Grade Students only. 

 

Admission is $3.50 per student and chaperone unless otherwise noted
Teachers are free of charge