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A great way to introduce children to enriching arts
experiences that are age-appropriate in content and length, the Magic
Ark Children's Series presents innovative, professional and highly
entertaining performances for the entire family. Combine your Magic Ark
experience with a visit to the Children's Gym or a swim in the pool for
a perfect Sunday afternoon!
A master calendar listing all
2007/2008 Magic Ark, Jewish Theatre of New England and Boston Jewish
Book Fair
events at the Leventhal-Sidman JCC is now posted.
Magic Ark parties are also a fun option for birthday
celebrations! Reserved seating and refreshments before or after the
performance are included. To schedule a party call (617) 558-6486.
MAGIC ARK CHILDREN'S SERIES
2007-2008 SEASON
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Storytime
Brunch with Sarah Lamstein
November
11, 2007
11am
Special
Boston Jewish Book Fair Event
Recommended for ages 3-8
Sara
Lamstein gets us in the holiday spirit with her new book Letter on the Wind, a charming
Chanukah tale for young children. Activities include a tabletop
puppet performance and special menorah fashion show. Light
refreshments will be served following the activities.
SteveSongs
Monday,
November 12, 2007
Special Veteran's Day show
11am (SOLD
OUT) and 1pm
Recommended for all ages
$8/member or $9 general admission
"It's kids'
music that's cool!"
Join
Steve Roslonek of SteveSongs along with his band for a rockin',
interactive and entertaining musical journey. Winner of numerous
national awards including two Parents Choice Gold Awards, Steve and his
band perform music that appeals to kids and grownups alike.
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible,
Very Bad Day
Sunday,
December 2, 2007
1pm and 3pm
Recommended for ages 4 and up
$9/member or $10 general admission
Have you
ever had a really rotten day? Alexander has…Laugh and sing along with
Alexander’s misadventures in this hilarious musical, featuring books
and lyrics by Judith Viorst, author of the best-selling book. Discover
along with Alexander that sometimes, everyone has a terrible, horrible,
no good, very bad day. Even in Australia.
Purchase tickets online.
Theatreworks/USA presents
Charlotte's Web
Sunday,
January 13, 2008
1pm and 3pm
Recommended for ages 3 and up
$9/member or $10 general admission
A
charming adaptation of E.B. White’s loving story of the friendship
between a pig named Wilbur and a little gray spider named Charlotte.
This treasured tale, featuring mad-cap and endearing farm animals,
explores bravery, selfless love, and the true meaning of friendship.
Purchase tickets online.
The Gizmo Guys
Monday, January 21
Special Martin Luther King Day performance
11am and 1pm
$8/member or $9 general admission
Able to
amuse and amaze, The Gizmo Guys combine original routines, quick-witted
verbal repartee and world class juggling skills in a raucous roller
coaster ride of laughter and fun. Since 1987 the juggling duo of Allan
Jacobs and Barrett Felker have dazzled audiences around the world with
their infectious humor, artistic expertise and showmanship. The Gizmo
Guys provide the consummate family show, guaranteed to excite and
delight!
Purchase tickets online.
Theatreworks
USA presents
Anne of
Green Gables
Sunday,
February 3
1pm and 3pm
Recommended for ages 7 and up
$9/member or $10 general admission
The classic book by Lucy Maud Montgomery, adored by generations of
readers, comes to the stage as a new musical for the entire family.
Join in the laughter, tears and joy of this timesless story as
TheatreworksUSA proudly presents Anne of Green Gables. Direct from its
2007 world premiere at Off-Broadway's Lucille Lortel Theatre, Anne of
Green Gables is an enchanting musical about love, family and home.
Purchase tickets online.
The Day It Snowed Tortillas
featuring the Crabgrass Puppets
Monday,
February 18, 2008
Special February Vacation Week performance
11am and 1pm
$8/member or $9 general admission
A fabulous folktale from Mexico about luck, love and lunch! Creative
problem solving is the key ingredient that helps a poor couple outwit a
gang of bullies. The
recipe for this hilarious folktale includes fantastic puppets,
hysterically funny action, marvelous music, and one ridiculous chicken.
Purchase tickets online.
Theatreworks/USA presents
Seussical
Sunday,
March 2, 2008
1pm and 3pm
Recommended for ages 3 and up
$12/member or $14 general admission
“Oh, the
thinks you can think” when Dr. Seuss’s best-loved stories collide and
cavort in an unforgettable musical caper! The Cat in the Hat is the
host, emcee and all around mischief maker in this romp through the
Seuss classics. Adapted from the Broadway
version, this production features a cast of 13 actors along with
spectacular sets and costumes. It's Theatreworks/USA’s biggest
show ever!
Purchase tickets online.
Tickets for next season's Magic Ark
Children's Series are now on sale!
All Magic Ark shows are open to the entire community. There are
JCC member and nonmember prices for all shows. If you are a JCC member, please
bring your JCC membership ID with you to the performance.
Our 2007/2008 Magic Ark Children's Series brochure and ticket form will
be available online in the Fall.
Three easy ways to purchase tickets:
1. Online by clicking the links below each show (when
posted).
2.
By calling the JCC Box Office at 617-965-5226.
3. By visiting the Box Office in the lobby of the JCC.
(Box Office open Tuesdays and
Thursdays, 12-5pm
and Fridays before a show from 12-4.)
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Leventhal-Sidman Jewish Community Center • 333 Nahanton Street •
Newton, MA 02459
617-558-6522 • www.lsjcc.org • info@jccgb.org
A branch of the Jewish Community Centers of Greater Boston
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