Diana Wortham Theatre at Pack Place
2 South Pack Square
Asheville, NC 28801
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Rae Geoffrey, Department of Outreach and Education
Diana Wortham Theatre at Pack Place
Office Ph#: (828) 257-4544 x307
E-Mail:
rae@dwtheatre.com What: 2009 School Show Series for Young Audiences. Professionally produced, curriculum-related performances for young people grades Pre-kindergarten – 12th grade.
When: January-May, 2009
Where: Diana Wortham Theatre at Pack Place
Tickets on Sale: Reservations now available.
Info/Reservations: (828) 257-4544 x307
Web:
www.dwtheatre.comE-mail:
rae@dwtheatre.comThe Diana Wortham Theatre at Pack Place announces the 2009 schedule of performances for its School Show Series for Young Audiences. Diana Wortham Theatre’s School Show Series serves more than 5,000 students and teachers every season – stretching minds, working imaginations and deepening learning. The popular School Show Series provides professionally produced, curriculum-related performances for thousands of young people each year complete with study guides and a post-show question and answer period.
Tickets / Reservations: Ticket pricing information for students is listed below, based on the performance. Teachers and bus drivers are free with groups of 10 or more. The Y.E.S. (Youth Education Scholarship) Fund provides need-based scholarships to cover the cost of admission for students and schools; limited scholarships available by application for students on free or reduced lunch programs. More information and reservations for all school shows are available now by contacting Rae Geoffrey, Director of Outreach and Education, at (828)257-4544 x307.
2009 School Show Series:
January 30, 2009: Aquila Theatre Company presents The Iliad • $10
The Iliad has had a profound influence on every generation since its first performance by ancient Greek bards in the Mediterranean over 2,500 years ago. Described by The New York Times as “A performance of staggering power,” the Aquila Theatre Company’s production of Homer’s Iliad creates a “stunning, stirring, and memorable” theatrical experience. Aquila’s innovative production tells the main parts of the story in an action packed hour and a half hour show combining ritualistic movement, original music, and superb acting. 10:00a.m. Recommended for grades 6 and up.
February 5, 2009: Eleone Dance Theatre • $6
The Philadelphia–based Eleone Dance Theatre is an exhilarating and "soul-stirring" dance company presenting a spectrum of works that are multicultural, intergenerational, socially and visually appealing to all audiences. Eleone's works of dance inspire critical, intellectual thought and requires the community to look at both historical and contemporary issues from a variety of viewpoints. 10:00a.m Recommended for all ages and grades.
March 4-6, 2009: The Emperor’s New Clothes • $6
A new Diana Wortham Theatre production! Laugh with Peter, the mischievous tailor, as he comes up with his sure-fire get rich quick scheme to embarrass the vain Emperor and make off with a basket of gold. Full of action, music, magic tricks and well-integrated audience participation this play is a hit with students and teachers. Area students attending The Emperor’s New Clothes are eligible for free in-school workshops, directed by actor-educators from the production.10:00a.m Recommended for grades K-5.
March 20, 2009: Luna Negra Dance Theater • $6
Luna Negra’s Student Matinee Program offers students a memorable and meaningful introduction to dance and Latino culture, giving students of all backgrounds an awareness and appreciation of the richness and diversity of Latino culture and of the arts through dance. 10:00a.m Recommended for all ages and grades.
May 11, 2009: Theatreworks USA presents Nate the Great • $6
Young Audiences learn about teamwork and friendship (imaginary and otherwise) in this new musical based on the first volume in Marjorie Weinman Sharmat's classic book series. Two shows: 10:00a.m. and 12:00p.m. Recommended for grades 1 – 5.
The Diana Wortham Theatre at Pack Place is located in the center of downtown Asheville on historic Pack Square within walking distance of many shops and restaurants. The
intimate theatre seats just over 500 and boasts exceptional acoustics and sightlines, making it the premier performance space in all of Western North Carolina. The School Show Series for Young Audiences is presented in partnership with The Center for Diversity Education at UNC-Asheville, and is sponsored by Target and by Don and Nancy Ackermann Cole. To obtain more information on the School Show Series or to make reservations, contact Rae Geoffrey, Director of Outreach and Education, at (828)257-4544 x307, or e-mail at
rae@dwtheatre.com. For more information visit the Teacher’s Page link at
www.dwtheatre.com. For information about donating to the Y.E.S. (Youth Education Scholarship) Fund, please visit the Get Involved link at
www.dwtheatre.com.
