School Time Theatre, presented by Lake Cumberland Performing Arts in partnership with The Center for Rural Development, seeks to share the magic of the arts with elementary school children in Southern and Eastern Kentucky.

All School Time Theatre programs are selected with two goals in mind - education and quality. Many are based on familiar children's literature or historic characters, emphasize positive values, or introduce students to unfamiliar, but fascinating, art forms. In addition to the sheer enjoyment of the arts, attending live theater has been shown to fulfill or enhance many of the goals of the average school curriculum. KERA CONNECTION information is provided for each performance and free study guides are also included.

School Time Theatre performances are open only to school groups, not the general public (however, selected performances are also offered through our Children's Prime Time Theatre series).

Admission: $4.00 per person for each performance.
One complimentary teacher (supervisor) admission will be provided
for every ten paid admissions.

2007-2008 SCHEDULE

SOMETHING IN THE WATER Friday, 9/21/07 10:00 AM & 12:00 PM

Grades K-12

Something In The Water is a theatrical production that celebrates Kentucky’s contributions to the early days of country music, specifically in old time and bluegrass music. This production puts the spotlight on the men and women who paved the way for today’s superstars, and showcases songs that still play a part in the world of music today. (Music, Drama, Social Studies)

JACK & THE BEANSTALK Wednesday, 10/17/07 10:00 AM SOLD OUT & 12:00 PM

Grades K-5

This musical adaptation is a rollicking retelling of the classic fairy tale. Join our modern-day young hero as he uses his imagination to become the famous Jack from the book he is reading. As he spins the tale of trading the family cow for three magic beans, we watch the giant beanstalk grow and let our imaginations soar as our hero climbs through the clouds to meet an ill-tempered giant, find fabulous treasures and more adventures than you can shake a stalk at. (Folk Tales, Language, History, Music, Puppets, Reading, Character Development) 10:00 AM Performance Time is currently SOLD OUT

ANTHONY REDFEATHER NAVA Friday, 10/26/07 10:00 AM & 12:00 PM

Grades K-5

Native American Flute Player, Dancer, Performer. This program offers a high exposure to Native American culture with a focus on native music and dance. It is designed to expose students to core content in a fun and exciting way by introducing the music, dance, and beliefs of traditional Native American culture from a first-hand point of view. (Music, Dance, Culture, Storytelling, History)

LEXINGTON PHILHARMONIC CONCERT Monday, 10/29/07 10:00 AM & 11:30 AM

Grades K-8

The Lexington Philharmonic presents the instruments of the full orchestra in a fun, fast paced concert that will leave students’ toes tapping and hands clapping. They will be joined by guitarist Pablo Villages and music from the country of Spain. (Music, Social Studies)

SEASON'S GREETINGS HOLIDAY MAGIC SHOW Tuesday, 11/27/07 10:00 AM & 12:00 PM

Grades K-12

Celebrate the world’s seasonal holidays with this festive program, featuring a magic elf, Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer, upbeat music, toy soldiers, and magically appearing white doves – all set in a winter wonderland. Laughter is contagious when audience members find themselves in hilarious situations as they are called onstage to help create the magic. Music, audience participation, live animals, and special effects all add up to a sensational show that will sweep any audience into a world of wonder. (Music, Magic, History, Character Development) 10:00 AM Performance Time is currently SOLD OUT

NEW SHANGHAI CIRCUS Friday, 2/29/08 10:00 AM & 12:00 PM

Grades K-12

Astonishing athletes defy gravity and execute breathtaking feats as they stretch the limits of human ability in this spellbinding show. Fearless performers with boundless energy bring you more than two thousand years of Chinese circus traditions. Feats of circus art that reach literally breathtaking heights of skill…the New Shanghai Circus is providing entertainment in abundance. (Music, Drama, Cultural, Diversity, History)

CINDERELLA & THE CHINESE SLIPPER Monday, 3/10/08 10:00 AM Tuesday, 3/11/08 10:00 AM

Grades K-5

This presentation brings the excitement of live theatre combined with the magic of giant sized puppets to enchant children of all ages. China is the port-o-call and this is the earliest know root story of “Cinderella.” This production is filled with fantastic Asian animals and within the show’s fantasy every emotion is visited. Pandarella (our Panda Bear Cinderella) beams Joy knowing Kindness is its own reward. Giant Puppets include the Panda family, mystic Shree Monkey, King Sing and Pip Squeak the Baby Dragon who despite the “panda-monium” find the other Chinese slipper. The Mongolian story has so many twists like a Gold Fish instead of a Fairy Godmother, that every boy and girl will feel they are discovering this exciting adventure for the first time. The beautiful stage set of fans, bamboo, macrame’ and traditional trimmings unfolds like a clever puzzle filling the stage with color and splendor. (Music, History, Literature, Art, Drama, Cultural)

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