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The M.E.T. series (Mind Enriching Theatre series) for Field Trips

Each play is $4.00 per student.

The M.E.T. series is a series of professionally produced plays aimed at enhancing the educator’s curriculum. Plays range from familiar favorites to classic stories and are coordinated with art and music workshops offered at the center. The M.E.T. series includes age appropriate productions specifically tailored for school students. Each play is offered with a study guide for teachers which will be downloadable from our website. Performances can accommodate up to 444 students.

The Renaissance Repertory Company and Young Actors Studio offer a selection of theatre productions for all ages. Presented in the Performance Hall, the productions can accommodate up to 444 persons per show.

Seussical

$4 per student. Recommended for Kindergarten - High School Senior. Available 9/30/2008 - 12/18/2008.

Music by Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty
Based on the works of Dr. Seuss
"After all these years being stuck on a page, did you ever imagine you'd see me onstage? Now I'm here, there is no telling what may ensue! No, there is no telling, but I'll give you a clue..." So says the mischievous Cat in the Hat at the onset of this fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza! All of Dr. Seuss' characters are lovingly brought to life, including Horton the Elephant, Gertrude Mc- Fuzz, Lazy Mayzie and all the Whos of Whoville. These classic, colorful tales are seamlessly brought together by JoJo, a young boy and "thinker of strange and wonderful thinks!" As each story unfolds you will marvel at how relevant and profound Seuss' subtle themes are, making this musical one that appeals to all ages. So let your toes tap, your fingers snap and your imagination run wild. "Oh, the thinks you can think!" More...

Nashville Ballet presents Carnival of the Animals

$4 per student. Recommended for 4 years - Fourth Grade. Available 11/7/2008 - 11/7/2008.

Choreography by Paul Vasterling
Costume Design by Aubrey Hyde
Original Narrative by Brian Hull
Musical Score: Two piano arrangement of Camille Saint Saens' original composition
Arrangement by Bob Mahler
Appropriate for Pre-Kindergarten-4th Grade
Approximate running time: 60 minutes
In Carnival of the Animals, the Lion, King of Beasts, cannot understand why everyone isn't exactly like him. If he's the King, he must be the best, so of course all the other animals should change. A wise and patient Bird teaches the arrogant Lion to appreciate the beauty in each animal's unique qualities. Follow the Lion as he journeys through this wild jungle full of whimsical characters. It's a joyous celebration when the Lion learns that we are basically all the same on the inside, but it's our differences that make life interesting. More...

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For more information or to schedule a field trip, contact the Field Trip Coordinator at (615)740-5533.