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Friday, January 18, 2013
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Hip-Hop Aesop III: Jazzed, Bopped and Beat-Boxed| Chicago |
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This third installment continues the marriage of classic literature to music. Students will be introduced to Blues concepts along with other contemporary music. Playwright J. e Franklin reconstructs timeless fables about morals and values that stimulate critical thinking in a setting filled with music, fun, and laughter. Showtimes are 10 a.m. and noon Monday-Friday from Oct. 29-June 14. Summer performances are June 24-Aug. 2.
Where: eta Creative Arts Foundation
Ages: Elementary, Tweens, Teens
Cost: $6
It Shoudda Been Me| Chicago |
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Teenage DeShawn goes from making exceptional to poor grades in a matter of months due to the violent death of his best friend and the break-up of his family. Presented in collaboration with the University of Chicago Urban Health Initiative, this performance examines the need to recognize signs of depression in youth due to family disintegration and violence. Performances run Oct. 29-June 14.
Where: eta Creative Arts Foundation
When: 10 a.m. and noon Monday-Friday
Ages: Elementary, Tweens, Teens
Cost: $6
The Music Man| Aurora |
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One of the most iconic musicals comes to life. Performances run Jan. 16-Feb. 3, 2013.
Where: Paramount Arts Centre and Theatre
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: $34.90-$46.90
The Adventures of Rose Red| St. Charles |
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The story of Snow White's less-famous sister is performed from Jan. 6-26.
Where: Steel Beam Children's Theatre
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: $15, $10 kids
Freedom Train| Munster |
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Running Jan. 14-18, this performance follows the dramatic story of Harriet Tubman, a slave off of a Maryland plantation whose bravery took her across the lands to freedom. Her route later became known as the famous Underground Railroad, which is now familiar to all as the passage used by hundreds of people to escape slavery.
Where: Theatre at the Center
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: $9.50, $7.50 children
The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley| Winnetka |
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Stanley Lambchop wants to travel the world to escape his ordinary life. One night, a bulletin board falls right on top of Stanley and he wakes up really flat. Recommended for kids 3-10.
Where: Winnetka Theatre Especially for Kids
When: 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday; 3 p.m. Sunday
Ages: Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary
Cost: $12; call (847) 604-0275 or visit winnetkatheatre.org
Oliver| Naperville |
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The show will open Jan. 18, with performances Jan. 18-20 and 25-27. Tickets are on sale at the Naperville Park District at www.napervilleparks.org and at the Administration Building, 320 W. Jackson Ave., and at the new 95th Street Center, located at 2244 W. 95th St.
Where: Naperville Park District
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: Call for cost
4th-6th Grade Sports Night| Schaumburg |
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Get out of the cold and get active with table games, relay races, basketball and a DJ. Concessions available to purchase.
Where: Sport Center
When: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Ages: Elementary
Cost: $14
Mom & Son Country Western Date Night| Schaumburg |
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Night of games, dinner, dancing and surprises. Each child takes home a goodie bag of prizes and a picture with mom. Pre-registration required by Jan. 17.
Where: Schaumburg Park District
When: 6pmto8pm
Ages: Preschool, Elementary, Tweens
Cost: $45 couple, $22 additional child; $30 resident couple, $15 additional child.
Frosty Family Fun| Palatine |
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Enjoy a free night on the ice at Community Park with music, cocoa, games and skating. Check www.palatineparks.org for weather info.
Where: Palatine Park District
When: 6:30-9 p.m.
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: Free
