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Riverside Children's Theatre
Happenings!
Riverside Children’s Theatre’s preschool enrichment program introduces three and four year olds to music, stories and theatre.. With a different theme each month, children hear stories, sing songs, create characters and make a craft. The March 6 event will celebrate all things Dr. Seuss with some of his favorite stories and songs. With make up, their own hat that they will create and a little imagination each child will become the Cat in the Hat!
The program takes place at 10 a.m. at the Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach. Fee is $10 per parent/child. Each event is $10 per parent/child. Pre registering is encouraged. Call the children’s theatre at 772-234-8052 for more information.
Riverside Children’s Theatre’s new program, Schoolsical, will present two performances of “The Jungle Book Kids” in the Anne Morton Theatre, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach on Dec. 5 and 6. Performance times both days are 1:30 p.m. “The Jungle Book Kids” is the stage version of the Disney movie featuring all the popular characters including Mowgli, Baloo and the ferocious tiger, Shere Khan.
Cast members of the Saturday performance consist of students from Pelican Island Elementary and of the Sunday performance students from Osceola Magnet School. Rehearsals have been conducted at the schools over the past 15 weeks. Show director is Shannon Huneryager. Tickets to both performances of “The Jungle Book Kids” are on sale to the public and are $8. They may be purchased by calling the box office at 772-231-6990 or by visiting the website at www.riversidetheatre.com. Riverside Children’s Theatre is the educational arm of Riverside Theatre, Inc.
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Riverside Children’s Theatre announces casting for two productions of “The Jungle Book Kids” that are the products of an innovative new program the theatre has instituted in partnership with local schools. The program, Schoolsical, places a director from RCT into selected elementary schools to audition and rehearse a show at the school site. Final rehearsals and performances featuring full production support from Riverside Theatre will take place in the Anne Morton Theatre, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach on Dec. 5 and 6 at 1:3 0 p.m. This program has received funding through the Culture Builds Florida program of the state of Florida, Division of Cultural Affairs.
Director Shannon Huneryager has worked with students from Pelican Island Elementary and Osceola Magnet schools this fall. Cast members from Pelican Island are Lilith Alvaro, Alize Buckner, Ashley Button, Spencer Cady, Samantha Coluccio, Sh-nieya Dixon, Kayla Eidem, Kelsey Hooker, Angelina Horskin, Finn Howell, Symphani Ingram, Jaden Kebbel, Chloe Larabie, Collen Loo, Riley McDonald, Jasmine O’Grady, Sarah Ramos, Mily Ann Salgado, Ruth :Phillippe, Alexys Scott, Emely Shadis, Andrew Shepherd, Mark Thompson, Sy-Mone Thompson, Julia Weinbrecht, Brooke Yates and Kylie Yoder. Cast members from Osceola Magnet are Anna Birnholz, Nicole Bowler, Madeline Brewer, Daisy Cabanas, Samantha Cass, Abbey Crawford, Ryan Cummings, Briana Frampton, Meghan Frampton, Raegen Gibbons, Mary Kate Hiller, Kathleen Kachaylc, Isabel Lahti, Abi Lamm, TJ Lamm, Melissa Marzouk, Maddie McCain, Faith McFadden, Isabel Morby, Destiny Patterson, Lexie Patton, Jilian Roberts, Michael Schiefer, Samanta Skinnide, Carly Sorensen, Alisa Tarrats and Renee Woulard.
Tickets to both performances of “The Jungle Book Kids” are on sale to the public and are $8.
They may be purchased by calling the box office at 772-231-6990 or by visiting the website at www.riversidetheatre.com. Riverside Children’s Theatre is the educational arm of Riverside Theatre, Inc.
Be one of the first to visit the forest of decorated holiday trees at the annual Festival of Trees to benefit the educational programs of Riverside Children’s Theatre. The Gala Preview Party opens the event on Friday, Nov. 20 at 6:30 with a tree lighting. The Festival theme, “Hands Around the World,” will be carried out with food from the four corners of the world to include the Orient, Mediterranean, Latin America and Main Street, USA. Entertainment will also take on an international flair with Steeldrums of the Caribbean and, for those who want something more subdued, a piano bar featuring entertainer Alan Palander.
Included in the $150 per person ticket is a cocktail buffet and open bar. A junior ticket at $75 per person is available in advance for those 35 and under.
The Festival of Trees is made possible by presenters George E. Warren Corporation and Chelsea’s on Cardinal. For ticket information phone the children’s theatre at 772-234- 8052.
Festival of Trees: The annual celebration of the holiday season with displays of decorated trees, wreaths, gingerbread village, boutique items and more to benefit Riverside Children’s Theatre. Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse & Anne Morton Theatre, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach; Nov. 21 & 22 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Tickets: Adults $7 & Children $3; (772)234-8052; riversidetheatre.com.
Festival of Trees Gala Preview Party: Cocktail reception, entertainment and the first opportunity to view the displays and participate in the Festival Silent auction. Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse & Anne Morton Theatre, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach; Nov. 20 sdburgess@earthlink.net8052; riversidetheatre.com.
Festival of Trees Family Night: A special event for families to enjoy the Festival of Trees, featuring an interactive scavenger hunt for children, a pajama fashion show, story time, cookie decorating and more. Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse & Anne Morton Theatre, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach; Nov. 21 from 6 to 8:30 p.m.; Tickets $35 Family of 4; $10 each additional person; children under two free. (772) 234-8052; riversidetheatre.com.
“The Jungle Book Kids”: Presented by a new Riverside Children’s Theatre program, Schoolsical, the jungle is jumpin’ with jazz in this exciting Disney classic. Anne Morton Theatre, 3280 Riverside Park Dirve, Vero Beach; Dec. 5 & 6 & May 8, 15 & 16 @ 1:30 p.m.; Tickets $8; (772) 231-6990; riversidetheatre.com.
Snoopy! Behind the Scenes: Pre school enrichment program for 3 and 4 year olds and parents. Children get a sneak peak of the backstage preparations for the upcoming show, “Snoopy!!!” Songs from the show, a backstage tour are included. Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach; Dec. 17 & 19 @ 10 a.m.; Fee: $10 per parent/child; (772)234-8052; riversidetheatre.com.
“Snoopy!!!”: Based on the world renowned “Peanuts” comic strip, “Snoopy!!! Is the musical sequel to “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.” All of the endearing characters are present – Charlie Brown, Luch, Woodstock and, of course, Snoopy. Anne Morton Theatre, 3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach; Dec. 26 & Jan. 2 @ 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 27, 28, 29 & Jan. 2 & 3 @ 1:30 p.m.; Tickets $8; (772) 231-6990; riversidetheatre.com
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2008-09 Season Information
Linda Downey
772-234-8052
lindad@riversidetheatre.com
Riverside Children’s Theatre Philosophy of Education Each child has the freedom to express himself/herself in an emotionally and physically safe environment. Each child has the opportunity to explore his/her specific interests in all areas of theatre and is encouraged to do so through classroom work and performance. With respect to RCT productions, the objective is to produce the highest quality show possible while emphasizing the process, providing all children the opportunity to perform in some capacity, and in finding a place for each individual child’s special talents. Riverside Children’s Theatre programs are inclusive to all children. The objective is to encourage creativity and fun in a professional environment which emphasizes high standards of quality in order to instill the following aspects of personal development and theatre arts training:
- Teamwork
- Positive self-image and confidence
- Communications skills
- Self-discipline
- Basic poise
- Responsibility and respect to follow students/actors, facility, instructor and self)
- Exposure to literature
- Awareness of the senses
- Use of the imagination
- Exploration and control of emotions
All participants must show kindness and respect at all times. Students are expected to respect each other, teachers, themselves and the children’s theatre.
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Aladdin, Jr.
Stage adaptation of a Disney favorite.
Anne Morton Theatre
3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach
7 p.m. Feb. 6, 13 & 20
1:30 p.m. Feb. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 & 22
Recommended for ages 4 and up.
Tickets: $8
Call 772-231-6990
www.riversidetheatre.com
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)
A whirlwind roller coaster romp through the Bard’s plays.
Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse
3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach
7 p.m. March 27, 28 & 29
9:30 a.m. March 27
Recommended for ages 10 and up.
Tickets: $6
Call 772-231-6990
www.riversidetheatre.com.
Max and Ruby
Musical based on the Nickelodeon show about bunny siblings.
Anne Morton Theatre
3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach
1:30 & 4 p.m. March 28
Recommended for ages 4 and up.
Tickets: $8
Call 772-231-6990
www.riversidetheatre.com.
The Emperor’s New Clothes
An adaptation faithful to the original story with audience participation.
Anne Morton Theatre
3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach
7 p.m. April 10
1:30 p.m. April 11
Recommended for ages 4 and up.
Tickets: $7
Call 772-231-6990
www.riversidetheatre.com.
Teen Cabaret
An evening of music and fun presented by local teens.
Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse
3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach
7 p.m. April 9 & 11
Recommended for ages 7 and up.
Tickets: $6
Call 772-231-6990
www.riversidetheatre.com.
The Adventures of Peter Rabbit
Follow Peter Rabbit through his misadventures into Mr. McGregors’ garden.
Anne Morton Theatre
3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach
7 p.m. April 24 & May 1
1:30 p.m. April 25, 26, May 2 & 3
9:30 a.m. May 1
Recommended for ages 5 and up.
Tickets: $8
Call 772-231-6990
www.riversidetheatre.com.
Comedy Night
RCT comedians take to the mic in a cabaret setting.
Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse
3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach
7 p.m. May 15
Recommended for ages 10 and up.
Tickets: $6
Call 772-231-6990
www.riversidetheatre.com.
Riverside Children’s Theatre’s Spring Fiesta
A celebration of the performing arts for kids.
Agnes Wahlstrom Youth Playhouse & Anne Morton Theatre
3280 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach
10 a.m. -3 p.m. May 16
Family audiences, all ages
No charge
Call 772-234-8052
www.riversidetheatre.com
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