THE 2007-2008 CHILDREN’S SERIES AT THE DUPONT THEATER
ADDY AN AMERICAN GIRL STORY
SATURDAY November or May 3rd at 2PM (90 minutes long)
Tickets are $20-$30.
Addy Walker is a 9 year-old girl growing up in slavery during the Civil War. During their escape, Addy ‘s courage helps save her Momma as they face the terrifying road to freedom. Grades K+
YARINA – Remembrances of Ecuador
THURSDAY, November 8
Tickets are $6.
Dressed in native outfits, Yarina sings in three languages including their native Kichwa, Spanish, and English and plays over 20 different instruments. Music, stories, and dance transports the audience to the Andes. – All ages.
Study Guide
POCAHONTAS
FRIDAY November 9 (DOVER)
Tickets are $6.
With an emphasis on historical fact, Pocahontas is revealed as a playful, strong-minded young girl who changes her world before she will change her beliefs or herself. Join Pocahontas on her amazing journey and see how courage and determination can change the world. Grades 1-5
Study Guide
THE SONG OF MULAN
MONDAY November 19; TUESDAY November 20.
Tickets are $6.
Mulan, serving in her ailing father’s place in the Khan army, risks everything to maintain family honor and earn the love of her nation. This noble Chinese folk tale features an extraordinary heroine, authentic costumes and props, and lovely songs. – Grades K-5 Wilmington
FRANKLY BEN
WEDNESDAY, December 5
Tickets are $7.50.
Meet Ben Franklin – not the elder statesman – but an inquisitive, mischievous, and inventive as a fifteen year old. He is the sole contestant on a reality show that asks, “Have you fulfilled your destiny lately?” and has 60 minutes to .either do that or get voted off the continent! Visit a world of scientific invention and individual achievement in this modern musical about making history. Grades 3 and up –
Study Guide 1
Study Guide 2
WINNIE THE POOH
TUESDAY, January 22 (Wilmington);
WEDNESDAY, January 23 (TBD)
Tickets are $6.
Join Eeyore, Rabbit, Piglet, Owl Kanga, Roo, and everyone’s favorite bear of little brain, Pooh, in this enchanting musical base on A. A. Milne’s stories. Grade P-3
Study guide
JUNIE B. JONES
WEDNESDAY February 20 & THURSDAY FEBRUARY 21 in Wilmington;
FRIDAY February 22 (TBD)
Tickets are $6.
Watch out world, here she comes again! Getting used to a whole new group of friends, a new teacher, and new glasses is challenging to even the irrepressible June b in this rollicking musical adventure based on Barbara Park’s popular books. Grades K-5 20,
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KING TUT
THURSDAY March 13
Tickets are $6 each
Egyptian history comes to life in this fascinating musical adventure, linking Tutankhamen and the man who made him famous, archeologist Howard Carter, who uncovered his hidden tomb. Grades 3-8. .
Study Guide
*MADELINE AND THE BAD HAT
FRIDAY March 14, Wilmington School shows are $7.50.
SATURDAY March 15 range from $15 - $25.
Ludwig Bemelman’s much-loved classic comes alive in ArtsPower’s colorful, new musical about Madeline and her rambunctious new neighbor. Grades P-3
*SEUSSICAL
SATURDAY, MARCH 15
Tickets are $15 each.
One of Dr. Seuss’s best loved characters and stories hit the stage in this musical adventure. The noble Horton the Elephant, the one-feathered bird Gertrude McFuzz, and the antics of the Cat in the Hat steal the spotlight in this unforgettable show for the entire family - Grades K-5
Study guide
AESOP’S FABLES
MONDAY, April 7 (Wilmington),
TUESDAY, April 8 (TBD)
Tickets are $6 each.
The Lion and the Mouse, The Fox and the Grapes, The Tortoise and the Hare…Brought to you by nationally acclaimed puppeteer Jim West, including the music of Scarlatti, Beethoven, and Chopin. Grades P-4 7
Study Guide
FLAT STANLEY
Friday APRIL 11
Tickets are $7.50
Stanley wakes up flat one day, gets into an envelope, and travels the world in this new musical. Geography, musical travelogue, social studies, English, Visual Arts, character education, and multicultural studies. Grades P-5
Study Guide - to read the show description
Study guide - to participate in the project
FREEDOM TRAIN
TUESDAY April 22 in Wilmington
TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY April 15, 16 in Dover
Tickets are $6 each
Meet Harriet Tubman, the intrepid conductor of the Underground Railroad! She comes to life in this extraordinary production that shines with traditional music of the period. Grades 3 – 9
Study Guide
STONE SOUP
Wednesday May 7 in Wilmington
Tuesday May 6 in Dover
Tickets are $6
Join Peter and his trusty parrot Admiral as they teach the villager about sharing in this musical retelling of the classic folktale. Grades P-5
MAX AND RUBY
WEDNESDAY May 21
Tickets are $6 each.
Follow the escapades of bunny siblings Max and Ruby ibn this new musical inspired by Rosemary Wells’ books and based on the popular television program. Grades P-3
Study Guide
All shows are at 9:30 or noon in Wilmington and 10AM and noon in Dover.
Shows are one hour long, unless otherwise stated.
Shows listed below are in Wilmington unless otherwise stated.
For tickets contact Barbara Slavin
(302) 594-3166
