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Children's Shows

Children's Shows

Bringing Live Performance to Community Youth

Throughout the year Raven Theatre presents two popular children’s shows – AESOP’S FABLES and PATCHWORK U.S.A. at Raven Theatre. Both productions are 45 minutes in length. With these critically acclaimed shows, Raven Theatre introduces young audiences to the exhilaration of live theatre. Our professional actors interact with the audience, encouraging children to respond vocally to the many predicaments that the characters find themselves in. Through such interaction children learn many of life’s enduring lessons such as: Respect for differences and appreciation for the quality of others, good sportsmanship and positive social skills.

Aesop’s Fables

AESOP'S FABLES brings to life six classic ancient fables – THE TORTOISE AND THE HARE, THE GRASSHOPPER AND THE ANT, THE LION AND THE MOUSE, PATTY THE MILKMAID, THE GOOSE THAT LAID THE GOLDEN EGGS, and THE BOY WHO CRIED WOLF. Raven’s adaptation, laced with humor and music throughout, takes a modern twist on these favorite tales. AESOP’S FABLES has been the main children’s show since1997, and continues to be a favorite. This production can be booked today! Ages 3-8.

Patchwork U.S.A.

The newest addition to our lineup, PATCHWORK U.S.A., presents three stories that illuminate the American experience through children’s eyes, representing three cultures and traditions that are an integral part of our melting pot. PATCHWORK U.S.A will preview November 21 through December 12, 2009, on Saturdays at 1pm. After December 21, 2009, this production will be available for booking for additional performances and birthday parties. Ages 4-9. Tickets to this production during the November 21-December 12 run are $8 per person.

Book your school or child’s organization for a performance of either show at Raven throughout the year. For more information and booking reservations call Kelli Strickland, Educational Outreach Director at (773) 571-3038 or email her at kelli@raventheatre.com. To learn more about booking one of these shows for a birthday party, click here.