Charlottesville's Largest Classroom for the Arts
The Paramount Theater Arts Education Program
2008-09 Arts Education Performances go on sale Monday, September 22, 2008 at 9:00 AM.
Believing that a passion for the performing begins at an early age, The Paramount is committed to presenting the finest arts education programming through ArtsReach performances for area school children. As a result of the generosity of our Education Partners, The Paramount is able to make these programs accessible to ALL children in Central Virginia by offering performances at a reduced cost.
CLICK HERE for The Paramount Theater Arts Education Program Mission Statement, Values and Goals.
CLICK HERE for information on becoming an Education Partner.
CLICK HERE for the 2008-09 Arts Education Brochure.
CLICK HERE for the 2008-09 Arts Education Registration Information and Reservation Form.
ArtsReach school time shows give our youngest audience members opportunities to experience the performing arts in our historic Paramount Theater. Tickets are $5 for students and $7 for adults. Reservations are required. Grade level designations are meant as guidelines.
Tall Stories Theater Company
THE GRUFFALO
Friday, November 7, 2008
10:30 am and 12:30 pm
(Grades Pre-K to 3)
Join Mouse on an adventurous journey through the deep, dark woods in this whimsical adaptation of the popular picture book. Quick-witted Mouse can scare away sly snakes, fearsome foxes, and other hungry animals with tall tales of the terrifying “Gruffalo.” But what happens when he comes face to face with the very creature he imagined, “terrible claws, terrible tusks, terrible jaws” and all? Featuring plenty of delightful songs, music, and laughs, Tall Stories’ inventive family shows have toured internationally, delighting audiences with their unique style of physical storytelling.
SOLS: English K.1, K.8, 1.1, 1.8, 1.9, 2.7, 2.8, 3.4, 3.5; Music K.11, K.12, 1.11, 1.12, 2.10, 2.11, 3.14, 3.15
Theatreworks USA
THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE
Monday, November 17, 2008
10:30 am
(Grades 1 to 7)
Based on C.S. Lewis’ beloved adventure story, Theatreworks USA’s enchanting production is “a deft musical adaptation” that “captures the spirit of the book with great cleverness and charm” (The Daily News). Four siblings of war-torn England accidentally enter the land of Narnia through a magic wardrobe and ultimately fulfill an ancient prophesy by defeating the cold-hearted White Witch, restoring sunshine and peace to the spell-bound Narnia, and returning the great Lion King Aslan to his throne. Theatreworks USA, America's largest and most prolific professional not-for-profit theatre for young and family audiences, performs for four million people each year.
SOLS: English 1.9, 2.8, 3.5, 4.4, 5.5, 6.4, 7.5; Music 1.12, 2.11, 3.14, 3.15, 4.14, 4.15, 5.12, 5.13, MS 7.1, MS 9; History USII 6
Sponsored by Betty and Jim Phelan
Mad River Theater Works
WINGS OF COURAGE
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
10:30 am
(Grades 3 to 8)
Mad River Theater Works' original musical play is based on the inspiring, true story of African-American Eugene Bullard. Bullard's determination and perseverance helped him overcome the discrimination he faced throughout his life to become a professional Boxer; a World War I flying ace, flying against the “Red Baron”; a spy against the Nazis; and a jazz musician and band leader!
SOLS: English 5.1, 7.3; History 3.12; USII 3c, 4b, 5c, 8a; Music 5.11; MS 7; Theater M.6, 7, 8, 14
A Columbia Artists Production
Direct From Moscow, Russia
Russian National Ballet
CINDERELLA
Friday, March 6, 2009
10:30 am
(Grades K to 12)
Founded and directed by the legendary dancer of the Bolshoi, Sergei Radchenko, the Russian National Ballet Theater brings together the highest classic elements of Russian Ballet. Leading dancers from across the Russias along with stars from the Bolshoi and Kirov Ballets perform the classic romantic story of Cinderella.
SOLS: English K.1, K.8, 1.1, 1.8, 1.9, 2.7, 2.8, 3.5, 4.3, 4.4, 5.4, 5.5, 6.4, 7.5, 8.5, 9.1, 9.3; Music K.4, K.12, 1.3, 1.12, 2.3, 2.11, 3.4, 3.15, 4.4, 4.15, 5.4, 5.13; Dance DM 12, 14, 18, 20, 21; DI 13, 17, 20, 23; DII 11, 16, 19
THE MAYHEM POETS
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
10:30 am (Grades 5 to 12)
12:30
pm (Grades 1 to 5)
With words, humor and extreme hip-hop energy, the MAYHEM POETS take poetry to playful and compelling new heights -- as much Mad Magazine as Maya Angelou. They take on everything from school to fast food in this clever concert of words. Both witty and wise, they’re not afraid to engage the issues that rock our world today.
SOLS: English 5.5, 6.4, 7.5, 8.5, 9.1, 9.3, 10.5. 11.5, 12.5; SOL Connections to the Performing Arts and Music
Intramusic Theatricals
THE MUSICAL ADVENTURES OF FLAT STANLEY
Thursday, April 16, 2009
10:30 am
(Grades K to 5)
After being struck by a falling bulletin board, ten-year-old Stanley Lambchop wakes up flat! His life is no longer boring, he can slide under doors, roll up like a mat, but he can’t stay flat forever. Follow Stanley on his adventures as he travels the world in search of his goal of being a three-dimensional boy again.
SOLS: English K.1, K.8, 1.1, 1.8, 1.9, 2.7, 2.8, 3.5, 4.4, 5.5; Math 2.22, 3.18, 4.17, 5.15, 5.16
Sponsored by Janet and Gray Ferguson
Garry Krinsky
TOYING WITH SCIENCE
Thursday, April 21, 2009
10:30 am
(Grades K to 5)
Commissioned and developed with the Museum of Science in Boston, this performance explores the scientific principles of gravity, leverage, fulcrums, simple machines, and more! Using mime, circus skills, and original music, Krinsky and his audience delve into the imaginations of scientists who explore our world.
SOLS: Science K.1, K.3, 1.1, 1.2, 2.2, 3.2, 4.2, 5.1,
Ballet Hispanico
VIVA LAS AMERICAS!
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
10:30 am
(All Ages)
This spirited production traces the evolution of Latin American and Caribbean dance forms along with their accompanying music and social customs. The result is an entertaining insight into Latin culture. The dance, music, costumes, and lights bring all the hallmarks of a professional concert to this presentation especially for young people.
SOLS: Dance DM 12, 14, 18, 20, 21; DI 13, 17, 20, 23; DII 11, 16, 19
SOL Connections to Music
Teacher Study Guides are available for most of the Education Programs. Guides may be found on the websites listed below each performance.
Evening performances for the public are available for many of this season’s education programs. Dates, times, and ticket information are available online.
2008-09 Arts Education Performances go on sale
Monday, September 22, 2008 at 9:00 AM.
GETTING READY FOR YOUR VISIT
Below are two documents to help you get ready for your visit to the theater:
Things to Know for Your Day at The Paramount Theater
This document provides directions to The Paramount, as well as bus stop information and places to eat.
Bus Parking Map for Paramount Theater Educational Performances
This map shows available bus parking at Burley Middle School.
If you have further questions, please contact Sandy DeKay at The Paramount at 434-979-1922, ext 101, or e-mail education@theparamount.net.
All education programs are subject to change.
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