STUDENT MATINEES
Many productions have been assessed by educators, based on available scripts, for suggested grade suitability. Select the show for synopsis and connections to the curriculum.
October |
The Diary of Anne Frank (gr. 6 & up) |
November |
Half Life (gr. 9 & up) |
December |
White Christmas (gr. 5 & up) ** Although we will have all ages attending the production as well as young actors in the cast, our suggested grade suitability is gr. 5 & up. |
February |
Tuesdays with Morrie (gr. 9 & up) |
March |
Doubt: A Parable (gr. 11 & up) |
April |
Doubt: A Parable (gr. 11 & up) |
May |
The Rocky Horror Show (gr. 11 & up) |
June |
High School Musical (gr. 3 & up) |
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The Diary of Anne Frank
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During one of the most darkest moments in history, imagine being persecuted, not for something done wrong, but because of who you are. A Jewish family flees for their lives, forced into hiding, never knowing if they would be discovered and sent to a concentration camp - all the while their 13 year-old daughter, Anne Frank, wrote of her life. Little did she know that her diary would bear witness to the world, years later, what happened during the Holocaust. A deeply affecting, haunting story with a universal meaning.
Curriculum connections to: History, Geography, Creative Writing. Literature, Playwriting, Drama, Social Studies and Religion
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Half Life
Student tickets $15
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Does passion come with a best before date? The story explores the relationship of Clara and Patrick, two elderly residents that meet in a nursing home. She is suffering from Alzheimer’s and he is depressed and withdrawn, yet they find joy in each others’ company, develop a strong relationship and eventually fall in love. In the midst of this blossoming romance are the families who are put in the awkward position of determining their parents’ fate. Clara’s son, Donald thinks that the relationship is an insult to the memory of her husband - his father, while Anna, Patrick’s daughter doesn’t seem to mind their connection. The story explores the effects of age on the heart and mind in a thoughtful, realistic and often humorous way. After all, life doesn’t end when the mind fades or circumstances change.
Curriculum connections to: Literature, Drama and Social Studies |
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Tuesdays with Morrie (Jamie Farr pic)
Student Matinees:
Student tickets $15
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Jamie Farr, known to audiences around the world as Corporal Max Klinger on the long-time running television series M*A*S*H comes to Theatre Aquarius. Based on the New York Times Best-selling book, Tuesdays with Morrie is heartwarming, funny, and very moving, Mitch has grown disillusioned with his career and frustrated with the decisions he has made and not only has he lost his way in life, but he’s also lost touch with Morrie- his favourite professor and mentor. Watching television one night Mitch sees Morrie being interviewed and learns that he is suffering from ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease). Mitch decides it’s time to pay him a visit and soon realizes that, as Morrie’s life fades away, he can learn a great deal from his lessons on life, love, family and friends.
Curriculum connections to: Literature, Drama and Social Studies |
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Doubt: A Parable
Student tickets $15
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An Academy Award nominated film.
Warning: Mature Content
Curriculum connections to: Literature, Media, Drama, Religion and Social Studies |
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The Rocky Horror Show
Student tickets $15
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Mature content & suggestive language This cult hit musical that shaped the sounds of an era has been seen by over twenty million people in 30 countries across the planet. On a dark and stormy night the car driven by Brad Majors and his finacee Janet Weiss breaks down with tire trouble. The two lovers seek refuge at the site of a light at the end of the road - a light coming from the old Frankenstein place! Follow the adventures of Brad and Janet on a night they will never forget! Bursting with timeless classics like The Time Warp, The Rocky Horror Show is a non-stop party of thrills, frothy fun, and deliciously naughty moments.
Curriculum connections to: Drama, Media, Social Studies and Music |
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White Christmas
Student Matinees:
Suitable for grades 6 & up |
One of the most beloved movies of all time is on stage at Theatre Aquarius this holiday season. With sweet song, simple, old time virtues and amazing dance, this classic story is about song and dance men Bob Wallace and Phil Davis who find that their former army leader, who runs an inn in Vermont, has fallen on hard times. They decide to stage a benefit for him and all their friends in the cause, including Betty Haynes and her sister Judy ( of whom the guys are interested in). The course of true love runs into some snowy bumps, but in the end, truth and romance win out. Filled with great Irving Berlin songs like Count Your Blessings, I Love a Piano, How Deep is the Ocean and many others, including White Christmas.
Curriculum connections to: Drama, Dance, Music, & Social Studies |
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High School Musical
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Disney’s smash hit movie musical comes to life! While on their family vacations, high school jock and basketball star Troy, and brainy Gabriella meet. During a karaoke contest they discover their love for singing, and interest in each other. After vacation Troy discovers that Gabriella is the new girl at East High. Still inspired by their holiday vacation performance, Troy and Gabriella both decide to audition for the school musical, but fellow students Sharpay and Ryan are gearing up for yet another starring role, and they made it very clear that everyone else better stay out of their way! Through twists and turns, Troy, Gabriella, Sharpay, Ryan and all their friends sing and dance their way through high school and prove that we’re all in this together!
Curriculum connections to: Drama, Dance, Music, Social Studies, Visual Arts, & Character development |
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