The Children's Performing Arts Series (CPAS)

Events : The Children's Performing Arts Series (CPAS)

Let's Go Science Show

by Harmony Artists, Inc.

Fri., Oct. 21, 9:30 a.m.
Fri., Oct. 21, 12:30 p.m.
W.M. Turner Auditorium

This wacky and fun-filled look at "how things work" with Professor Smart and Ms. Knowitall teaches physics concepts through theatrically-based experiments and demonstrations. Plenty of audience interaction, great scenery, awesome lighting and illusions combine to make this one science lesson students won't want to miss!
Press release: October 11, 2011

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Target Grades: K-8

Tickets are $6 for individuals and $5 per person for groups of 20 or more. To purchase tickets, call 936.468.6407 or 888.240.ARTS.
Pinocchio

by American Family Theater, Inc.

Wed., Nov. 30, 9:30 a.m.
Wed., Nov. 30, 12:30 p.m.
W.M. Turner Auditorium

Outrageous escapades are in store for Pinocchio, Gepetto's irresistible puppet-son, as he travels from the carnival to Candyland in the belly of a whale. Join the merriments as this classic story comes to life with exuberance and song. Based on the original 1876 story by Italian author Carlo Collodi.

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Target Grades: K-6

Tickets are $6 for individuals and $5 per person for groups of 20 or more. To purchase tickets, call 936.468.6407 or 888.240.ARTS.
Junie B. Jones

by Theatreworks USA

Thu., Jan. 26, 9:30 a.m.
Thu., Jan. 26, 12:30 p.m.
Fri., Jan. 27, 9:30 a.m.
Fri., Jan. 27, 12:30 p.m.
W.M. Turner Auditorium

Back by popular demand is the fast-paced musical starring Junie B. Jones, the outspoken, precocious first grader from Barbara Park's series of books. Learn about new friends, new glasses, the annual kickball tournament and other angst-ridden situations as Junie writes down the story of her life in her "Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal."
Press release: December 31, 1969
Press release: January 5, 2012

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Target Grades: K-5

Tickets are $6 for individuals and $5 per person for groups of 20 or more. To purchase tickets, call 936.468.6407 or 888.240.ARTS.
Are You My Mother?

by ArtsPower

Wed., Mar. 7, 9:30 a.m.
Wed., Mar. 7, 12:30 p.m.
W.M. Turner Auditorium

At long last, Baby Bird emerges from her shell and expects to be greeted by her mother's song. But her mother is not there. Where is she? Why isn't she home? With the help of Dog, Cat and Hen, Baby Bird sets out in search of Mother Bird in this colorful musical adventure based on P.D. Eastman's whimsical and well-loved picture book.
Press release: February 23, 2012

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Target Grades: K-2

Tickets are $6 for individuals and $5 per person for groups of 20 or more. To purchase tickets, call 936.468.6407 or 888.240.ARTS.
Alice in Wonderland

by American Family Theater, Inc.

Wed., Apr. 25, 9:30 a.m.
Wed., Apr. 25, 12:30 p.m.
W.M. Turner Auditorium

Follow Alice through the looking glass where she encounters curious creatures, including the White Rabbit, the Tweedles and the Mad Hatter. Based on the Lewis Carroll book, this enchanting musical production is sure to transport you to a dream-filled Wonderland packed with excitement, songs and fantasy.
Press release: April 18, 2012

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Target Grades: K-6

Tickets are $6 for individuals and $5 per person for groups of 20 or more. To purchase tickets, call 936.468.6407 or 888.240.ARTS.