Hangar Theatre - Ithaca, New York - 2008 KIDDSTUFF Season

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2008 KIDDSTUFF Season

A sparkling lineup of plays, and musicals for kids of all ages. Join us for music, magic, adventure, and a healthy dose of pure fun!

June 11 - June 14
The Kid Who Talked to Penguins by Ed Monk
Did you know that penguins could fly? Billy McGee didn't, but he also didn't know they could dance, play games and tell the future either. Billy is worried because it seems he can't do anything right. No one in his family has time to play with him, and to make matters worse, he has to spend the weekend with his icky Aunt Terri. On a visit to the zoo, Billy saves some penguins from a bully. When the Penguins visit Billy to thank him, the fun really begins!

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July 3 - July 5
Pinocchio by Blanche Marvin
Blanche Marvin’s stage adaptation of Pinocchio is based on Pirandello’s Six Characters in Search of an Author. A group of actors turn up, argue over who gets to play which part, and then interrupt the story to critique each other’s performances! This actors’ adaptation brings to life the classic folk tale of a wooden toy who learns that he must learn to follow his conscience—that voice in your head that knows right from wrong—in order to become a real boy.

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July 17 - July 26
Reeling by Barry Kornhauser
All the slapstick, melodrama, pratfalls and daredevil stunts of the silent movie era come off the screen and onto the KIDDSTUFF stage! “Our Hero” takes you through his world of Keystone Kop-esque chases, narrow escapes, and pining for the love of his life - "Be still my heart!" Predicaments galore? Indeed, but this little fellow will triumph!

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August 2 - August 2
KiddPlay! Plays for Kids by Kids by Students of the Next Generation School of Theatre
Come see the playwrights of tomorrow today! Some of the youngest writers in Ithaca have written down their stories, and Hangar Lab Company artists will produce them for one day on the KIDDSTUFF stage. Truly a one-of-a-kind experience: kids telling stories for kids!

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August 6 - August 9
Charlotte's Web by E.B. White, adapted by Joseph Robinette
Noted as "the best American children's book of the past two hundred years,” children are already familiar with Wilbur, the irresistible young pig and the extraordinary spider, Charlotte. Determined to save Wilbur, Charlotte begins her campaign to save Wilbur from the butcher by writing messages in her web. Charlotte is victorious and teaches Wilbur much about friendship, loyalty, and the cycle of life.

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August 16 - August 16
KiddStars! by Next Generation Theatre Camp
A variety show performed by children for children: an hour genuine KIDD entertainment! Performed by the Next Generation Theatre Camp.

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August 21 - August 23
Les Misérables School Edition by Alain Boublil, based on the book by Victor Hugo
That’s right—it’s one of the most spectacular musicals performed entirely by our Next Generation School of Theatre! This epic story recounts Jean Valjean’s escape, struggle and redemption in 19th century France. Originally adapted from Victor Hugo’s timeless novel, Les Misérables School Edition introduces a new generation to the grand and inspirational story that has touched the hearts of millions. For, within Les Misérables lies the universal truth “To love another person is to see the face of God.”

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