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Romeo and Juliet Sunday, February 5, 2012 at 3 pm
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Romeo and Juliet
Monday, February 6, 2012 at 10 am
All seats $10
Grades 7-12
Curriculum: Shakespeare, Language Arts, Theater Arts, Reading Skills
Toronto’s Classical Theatre Project captures the youthful passion, beauty and ultimate tragedy of Shakespeare’s timeless and unforgettable story in this production that uses The Bard’s original language but is staged to engage a 21st century audience’s imagination.

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Ragamala Dance: Sacred Earth Sunday, February 12, 2012 at 3 pm
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Ragamala Dance: Sacred Earth
Monday, February 13, 2012 at 10 am
All seats $8
Grades 5-12
Curriculum: India, world cultures, dance, visual art
Ragamala Dance presents innovative works within the tradition of Bharatanatyam, the classical dance of southern India. Sacred Earth, performed against large-scale painted panels by master folk artist Anil Chaitya Vangad, brings two ancient Indian visual art traditions--Warli paintings and Kolam rice flour drawings--into conversation with this dance style, transforming the stage into a sacred space and invoking a deep connection to the Earth. MORE INFO

*Funded in part by the National Dance Project of the New England Foundation for the Arts. NDP is supported by lead funding from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation, with additional funding from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the community Connections Fund of the MetLife Foundation and the Boeing Company Charitable Trust.
 Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 10 am and 12:15 pm
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Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad
Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 10 am and 12:15 pm
All seats $7
Grades 3-12
Curriculum: History, Language, Biography, Multi-Cultural, Self Esteem, Women’s Studies.
This accurate and deeply moving musical history lesson tells the story of the great American who freed herself and hundreds of her people from the bonds of slavery, and whose courage helped to change the world.

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The Magic School Bus – Live! Monday, March 19, 2012 at 10 am and 4 pm
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The Magic School Bus – Live!
Monday, March 19, 2012 at 10 am & 12:15 pm
All seats $8
Grades K to 3
Curriculum: Science, Weather, Environmental Issues, Observation, Cooperation and Teamwork, Communication

Seatbelts everyone! Ms. Frizzle takes her class on musical adventure in which they learn about climate change, the environment, conservation and recycling.

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MatheMagic! Starring Bradley Fields
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MatheMagic! Starring Bradley Fields
Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at 10 am and 12:15 pm
Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at 10 am
All seats $8
Grades K-3; 4-7
Curriculum: Science, Math, Logic

“Math-magician” Bradley Fields captivates students with illusions, tricks and comedy that engage children in math skills and creative problem solving.

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Stolen Moments: The First 100 Years of Jazz Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at 10 am
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Stolen Moments: The First 100 Years of Jazz
Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at 10 am
All seats $6
Grades 6-12
Curriculum: Jazz, Social Studies, US History, African American History, Arts Education, Geography

Stolen Moments is a captivating and informative program that introduces children to jazz music’s rich history and to the names, faces and music of some of its many masters. Stolen Moments also highlights the interplay between jazz and the evolution of American culture in the 20th Century, emphasizing how jazz has acted as a unifying force, bridging cultural, ethnic and economic differences; exemplified democratic ideals, and influenced other genres of music, both in the U.S. and abroad.

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Butterfly: The Story of a Life Cycle Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at 10 am
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Butterfly: The Story of a Life Cycle
Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at 10 am
All seats $7
Grades K-5
Curriculum: Science, Biology

Take a microscopic look at the insect world on the big stage! From her tiny egg, follow the Monarch Butterfly as she grows through her caterpillar state and makes the amazing metamorphosis in the chrysalis and her incredible 1,500-mile journey to Mexico. Featuring the larger-than-life puppets of the Hudson Vagabond Puppets! Ages 4-12

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The House on Pooh Corner Thursday, May 3, 2012 at 4 pm
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The House on Pooh Corner
Thursday, May 3, 2012 at 10 am
All seats $7
Grades K – 5
Curriculum: Art, Language Arts, Literary Classic, Music, Reading, Self Esteem

Spend time with Piglet, Eeyore, Tigger, Kanga and Roo, Rabbit, Christopher Robin, and of course, that lovable bear called Winnie-the-Pooh in this musical faithfully based on the A. A. Milne book.
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Of Mice and Men Monday, May 7, 2012 at 10 am
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Of Mice and Men
Monday, May 7, 2012 at 10 am
All seats $10
Grades 7-12
Curriculum: Language arts, literature, reading skills, history, human relations

In this tragic and endearing John Steinbeck story, follow the mismatched friendship of George Milton and Lennie Small, two displaced migrant ranch workers in Depression-Era California. George has big dreams and tiny frame, while the large but simple Lennie seeks the comfort of everyday little pleasures. Just as George’s dreams seem within reach, his compassion is tested through Lennie’s mistakes. What makes true men and what makes true friends?

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TheatreWorks USA

The following performances are being staged by TheatreWorks. Information on ticketing at 1-800-497-5007

Charlotte's Web - Grades: K - 5 
1/25/2012     10:00 AM & 12:15 PM

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Nate the Great - Grades: K - 4
3/12/2012     10:00 AM

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Seussical - Grades: K - 5
3/26/2012     10:00 AM

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Freedom Train - Grades: 3 - 9
3/27/2012     10:00 AM

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Skippyjon Jones - Grades: K - 3
5/8/2012     10:00 AM & 12:15 PM

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Junie B. Jones - Grades: K - 5
5/14/2012     10:00 AM & 12:15 PM

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Henry and Mudge - Grades: Pre K - 3
5/30/2012     10:00 AM

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Mayo Performing Arts Center, a 501(c) (3) nonprofit performing arts organization, presents a wide range of programs that entertain, enrich and educate the diverse population of the region and enhance the economic vitality of Northern New Jersey.

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