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Children's Theater Association
presents our 2007-2008 Touring Season

NEW THIS YEAR: The Happy Prince.

Every child believes in fairness.  This story teaches them that there is something more than fairness and it is kindness.  Written by Oscar Wilde with wit and charm, this story is about a statue of a prince perched on a pedestal who looks out on a small town filled with people suffering in private. He takes pity on the people and sends them jewels via a sparrow he has befriended.  It is an excellent story for teaching better behavior skills.  Appropriate for grades K through 5.  Available April 14-June 13. Only $595 and just $100 more for two back-to-back performances.

Anansi, African Folktales

We love these wonderful stories from the cleverest trickster in Africa, that rascal of a spider, Anansi.  There is Anansi and the Moss Covered Rock, a funny story with lots animals and audience participation for the little guys at your school.  Then there is the tale of how Anansi Finds a Fool, where he tries to trick others but the biggest fool of all turns out to to be him.  Finally, there is the rather complex story that appeals to older children of Anansi and Hates-to-be-Contradicted.  This cautionary tale tells of the fall of those who cannot admit that they are wrong.  We have done variations on these stories for 20 years and the kids like it more each time.  This year there have been rave reviews from schools across the state.  Drumming, colorful costumes, great sets and lots audience participation add to the fun. Great cultural diversity lessons.  Great for Grades K-8.  Available December 17-June 13.  Only $595 and just $100 more for two back-to-back performances.
Maryland, My Maryland  A great musical revue of the heroes of Maryland history.  From the Calverts to Clara Barton.  They are all here and they are all singing!  There is the story of our first European settlement by Leonard Calvert and his crew, followed by the burning of the Peggy Stewart, Francis Scott Key and the writing of the National Anthem, the legendary story of the race of the Tom Thumb, the heart warming story of Harriet Tubman and the  battlefield heroics of Clara Barton.   Emphasis on Maryland history.  Grades 2-6 is ideal, but K-8 okay.  Available December 17-June 13. Only $595 and just $100 more for two back-to-back performances.
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Maryland, My Maryland

A great musical revue of the heroes of Maryland history. From the Calverts to Clara Barton. They are all here and they are all singing! There is the story of our first European settlement by Leonard Calvert and his crew, followed by the burning of the Peggy Stewart, Francis Scott Key and the writing of the National Anthem, the legendary story of the race of the Tom Thumb, the heart warming story of Harriet Tubman and the battlefield heroics of Clara Barton. Emphasis on Maryland history. Grades 2-6 is ideal, but K-8 okay. Available January 24th to June 13. Only $595 and just $100 more for two back-to-back performances.

Cinderella Tales

This multi cultural play showcases three different Cinderella stories; one Korean, one Nigerian and one French.  Enlivened with songs, audience participation and one wacky frog,  these three stories teach students the universal values of respect and kindness and a new way to see cultural diversity.  It is an excellent tool for teaching comparative literature  across cultures. Grades preK - 5.   Available March 17th to June 13th.  Only $595 and just $100 more for two back-to-back performances.

Stay Tobacco Free

The hip-hop musical that packs an entertainment wallop as it delivers the message about the dangers of tobacco.  This wildly successful show just keeps getting more popular because it is so effective at delivering the message to stay away from all tobacco products.  There are messages against the use of cigarettes and spit tobacco and warnings about second hand smoke.  Stay Tobacco Free is free to schools because it is funded by county health departments under the Cigarette Restitution Fund Program in the State of Maryland.  We have received funding from 12 counties in the past.  We encourage you to sign up and we will work with you to receive funding from the health department.  Kids rave about the music and sing the message for months afterwards.  It is age appropriate for  Grades 2-7.  Available March 27th to June 13th.   FREE!!  NO CHARGE! (Only available where there is a health department funding)