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Pushcart
Players IS BACK with a robust lineup of in-person and virtual
programming!
Announcing
the 2022-2023 Season
to delight
your young learners and meet
your arts-in-education needs
Book next
year's assembly before June 30 and get $100 off.
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Lift
Every Voice: A
Letter to the Editor
a new play by Tylie Shider
presented IN-PERSON
(begins February 2023)
Junebug is a 12-year-old African
American boy in the 1960’s South who raises his voice to confront the
inequities of school segregation. This play for young people
resonates with the voice in each of us to fight against injustice.
“LIFT EVERY VOICE...” is a multimedia play exploring the images,
music, and spirit of mid-century America during the Civil Rights
Movement.
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STONE
SOUP...and
other stories
presented IN-PERSON & VIRTUALLY
(begins September 2022)
“Stone
Soup...” is a seasoned blend of story favorites from Africa, India,
Eastern Europe, and our own United States. Filled with music, color,
fantasy and fun, each tale gently raises value clarification issues
while introducing the spirit and customs of different cultures.
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CUENTOS del ARBOL (Tree Tales)
Book & Lyrics by Ruth Fost
Music & Orchestractions by
Larry Hochman & Carole Wechter
presented IN-PERSON & VIRTUALLY
(begins October 2022)
A bilingual
musical drawn from Spanish and Latin American folklore with stories
that include “The Garden of the Golden Oranges,” adapted from
Spanish legend; “Brothers Who Were Both Wise and Foolish,” a grand
adventure set in Spain; “Juan Bobo” or “Silly John” (origins in both
Mexico & Puerto Rico) about a boy whose mistakes serve him well;
and “Caperucita Roja” or “Red Riding Hood.” The play is designed to
enliven Spanish for students studying the language and to make
theater accessible for students and families for whom English is a
second language.
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HOLIDAY TALES: A Season of Miracles
presented IN-PERSON & VIRTUALLY
(November through December 2022)
A
Multicultural Celebration of the Season
CHRISTMAS * KWANZAA * CHANUKAH
Stories
within this heartwarming musical include O. Henry's "The Gift of the Magi," an original tale set in
Nigeria entitled, "The Kwanzaa Kite," a fanciful tale from The Wise Folk
of Chelm, "The
Chanukah Miracle," and E.T.A Hoffmann's "The Nutcracker."
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VELVETEEN RABBIT
Book by Paul Whelihan
Music & Lyrics by Paul Farinella
presented IN-PERSON
(begins January 2023)
A young boy's love and a little
nursery magic help transform the Velveteen Rabbit from a favorite
plaything into a real rabbit. The Boy and Velveteen embark on
exciting imaginary adventures, from deep dark caves to the wide-open sea, and together they learn the true meaning of friendship in this musical re-telling of one of
America’s favorite storybooks.
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PETER
and the WOLF
presented IN-PERSON
(begins March 2023)
This
tantalizing version of the classic Eastern European folk tale brings
together all the elements of growing up: daring, defiance,
confidence, and courage. The themes of this story are what make it a
timeless classic, along with the resplendent music of Prokofiev.
Filled with laughter and love, friendship and feelings, “Peter and
the Wolf” offers something special for the whole family.
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Outta This World:
The Adventures of
Kalien the Alien
Book by Sheryl Berk
Music & Lyrics by Ray Andersen
presented IN-PERSON
(begins April 2023) ...Kalien the Alien is
the story of a visitor to Earth from another planet. Based on the
song by children's pop music icon, mr. Ray (Ray Andersen), this
delightful story explores themes of anti-bullying, prejudice,
friendship, and social-emotional Learning.
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Storytelling
with GERALD
FIERST
presented IN-PERSON & VIRTUALLY
(begins September 2022)
One of America‘s most acclaimed
storytellers, Gerald Fierst has appeared throughout the U.S., Europe,
and Asia, telling original stories, stories from his own Jewish
tradition, and stories from world folklore. Gerald brings laughter,
drama, participation, and surprises from a multicultural collection
of folklore, literature, and original material.
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"mr
RAY"
in
CONCERT
presented IN-PERSON & VIRTUALLY
(begins September 2022)
mr. RAY (Ray
Andersen) presents an interactive concert featuring original songs
with messages of Kindness, Diversity, Being Creative, and Staying
Healthy & Active. Ray also performs family songs by The Beatles,
Bob Marley, “This Land is Your Land,” and many more.
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For live
engagements, Pushcart Players adheres to all safety guidelines and
protocols as directed by the Center for Disease Control, Actors'
Equity Association, and all individual state mandates. All
performers, teaching artists, and stage managers are fully vaccinated
and regularly tested. Learn more about our COVID safety practices HERE.
Call
973-857-1115
or email:
information@pushcartplayers.org
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Pushcart Players
Founded in 1974
261 Bloomfield Avenue, Suite A,
Verona, NJ 07044
973-857-1115 CONTACT US |
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