ACT I – JUMANJI (OPENING PRODUCTION) & CHARLIE & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
Jumanji
Originally published: 1981
Author: Chris Van Allsburg
A picture book about two children who find an enchanted board game and ignore its message: "Do not begin unless you intend to finish." The pair soon discover that any dangers encountered in the game spring to life somewhere in their house. First, they roll a pack of mischievous monkeys who are intent on stealing the game. Their next roll releases the fast-growing carnivorous vines. Next, they roll on a stampede of jungle animals, appearing in real life to wreck havoc in their home.They continue to play the game, hoping to win and return to normal life.
Charlie & The Chocolate Factory
Originally published: 1964
Author: Roald Dahl
Charlie Bucket lives in poverty with his parents and grandparents in a town which is home to a world-famous chocolate factory owned by the infamous and inventive Willy Wonka. One day, the news station reports that Wonka has hidden five Golden Tickets in Wonka Bars; the finders of these tickets will be invited to come and tour the factory. The first four tickets are found by gluttonous Augustus Gloop, spoiled Veruca Salt, gum-chewing Violet Beauregarde, and television addict Mike Teavee. Alas, Charlie gets hold of the bar containing the fifth and final ticket. The factory is a wonderland of confectionery creations that defy logic. They also meet the Oompa-Loompas who help him operate the factory. During the tour, the other four children give in to their impulses and are ejected from the tour in darkly comical ways: Augustus falls into the Chocolate River, Violet turns into a giant blueberry after chewing an experimental stick of three-course dinner gum, Veruca is detected as a bad-egg and is sent down the garbage chute, and Mike is shrunk down to the size of a chocolate bar after misusing the Television Chocolate device despite Wonka's warnings. With only Charlie remaining, Wonka congratulates him for "winning" the factory. Wonka explains that the whole tour was designed to help him find a good person to serve as an heir to his business, and Charlie was the only child whose inherent kindness passed the test.
Originally published: 1981
Author: Chris Van Allsburg
A picture book about two children who find an enchanted board game and ignore its message: "Do not begin unless you intend to finish." The pair soon discover that any dangers encountered in the game spring to life somewhere in their house. First, they roll a pack of mischievous monkeys who are intent on stealing the game. Their next roll releases the fast-growing carnivorous vines. Next, they roll on a stampede of jungle animals, appearing in real life to wreck havoc in their home.They continue to play the game, hoping to win and return to normal life.
Charlie & The Chocolate Factory
Originally published: 1964
Author: Roald Dahl
Charlie Bucket lives in poverty with his parents and grandparents in a town which is home to a world-famous chocolate factory owned by the infamous and inventive Willy Wonka. One day, the news station reports that Wonka has hidden five Golden Tickets in Wonka Bars; the finders of these tickets will be invited to come and tour the factory. The first four tickets are found by gluttonous Augustus Gloop, spoiled Veruca Salt, gum-chewing Violet Beauregarde, and television addict Mike Teavee. Alas, Charlie gets hold of the bar containing the fifth and final ticket. The factory is a wonderland of confectionery creations that defy logic. They also meet the Oompa-Loompas who help him operate the factory. During the tour, the other four children give in to their impulses and are ejected from the tour in darkly comical ways: Augustus falls into the Chocolate River, Violet turns into a giant blueberry after chewing an experimental stick of three-course dinner gum, Veruca is detected as a bad-egg and is sent down the garbage chute, and Mike is shrunk down to the size of a chocolate bar after misusing the Television Chocolate device despite Wonka's warnings. With only Charlie remaining, Wonka congratulates him for "winning" the factory. Wonka explains that the whole tour was designed to help him find a good person to serve as an heir to his business, and Charlie was the only child whose inherent kindness passed the test.
ACT II – CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: THE LION, THE WITCH & THE WARDROBE
Originally published: October 16, 1950
Author: C. S. Lewis
The adventurous Pevensie siblings step through a wardrobe door and into the land of Narnia, a land frozen in eternal winter and enslaved by the power of the White Witch. But when almost all hope is lost, the return of the Great Lion, Aslan, signals a great change, and a great sacrifice.
Author: C. S. Lewis
The adventurous Pevensie siblings step through a wardrobe door and into the land of Narnia, a land frozen in eternal winter and enslaved by the power of the White Witch. But when almost all hope is lost, the return of the Great Lion, Aslan, signals a great change, and a great sacrifice.
ACT III – BELOVED CLASSICS
I’ve Got Rhythm (Funk You Up)
Originally published: 2014
Author: Connie Schofield-Morrison
Illustrator: Frank Morrison
A story of the joy of dance and finding the beat in your heart!
Caps For Sale
Originally published: 1940
Author & Illustrator: Esphyr Slobodkina
We follow a cap-selling peddler who wears his entire stock of caps on his head. When the peddler goes to sleep under a tree, a troupe of monkeys steal all the caps but his own and put them on. The peddler tries in vain to get the monkeys to return the caps, but they only imitate his actions. Finally, he waves his own cap in the air, throws it on the ground in disgust and walks away, causing the monkeys to do the same. The peddler collects all the caps off the ground and goes on his way.
There’s a Nightmare in My Closet
Originally published: 1968
Author & Illustrator: Mercer Mayer
A fun story about a young child who decides to tackle his nighttime closet dwelling monster head-on. The nightmare turns out to be timid and sensitive, and the child must find a way to comfort it. A simple, humorous tale about making friends with fear.
Mr. Popper’s Penguins
Originally published: 1938
Authors: Richard Atwater, Florence Atwater
Illustrator: Robert Lawson
A humble house painter is sent a male penguin by the great Admiral Drake and, thanks to the arrival of a female penguin, soon has twelve penguins living in his house.
Matilda
Originally published: October 1, 1988
Author: Roald Dahl
Illustrator: Quentin Blake
Matilda is a sweet, exceptional young girl, but her parents think she's just a nuisance. At school she must face Miss Trunchbull, a menacing, kid-hating headmistress. When Matilda is attacked by the Trunchbull she suddenly discovers she has a remarkable power with which to fight back. It'll take a superhuman genius to give Miss Trunchbull what she deserves, and Matilda may be just the one to do it!
Pete The Cat
Originally published: 2008
Authors: Eric Litwin
Illustrator: James Dean
Pete the Cat goes walking down the street wearing his brand-new white shoes. Along the way, his shoes change color as he steps in a variety of messes! But no matter what color his shoes are, Pete keeps movin' and groovin' and singing his song...because it's all good.
Madeline
Originally published: 1939
Author & Illustrator: Ludwig Bemelmans
The story is set in an all-girls boarding school in Paris, France. Madeline is the smallest of the girls. The group's troublemaker, she is the bravest and most daring of the girls, giving a headache to their teacher, Miss Clavel, as Madeline goes around the city engaging in all sorts of antics.
Winnie The Pooh
Originally published: October 14, 1926
Author: A. A. Milne
Illustrator: E. H. Shepard
Since 1926, Winnie-the-Pooh and his best friends—Christopher Robin, Piglet, Tigger, Rabbit, and the ever-doleful Eeyore—have endured as unforgettable creations. These characters and their stories are timeless treasures of childhood that continue to speak to all of us with the kind of freshness and heart that distinguishes true storytelling.
Perks of Being a Wallflower (Waltz of the Wallflowers)
Originally published: February 1, 1999
Author: Stephen Chbosky
A deeply affecting coming-of-age story, a powerful novel that will spirit you back to those wild and poignant roller coaster days known as growing up.
Polar Express
Originally published: 1985
Author & Illustrator: Chris Van Allsburg
A young boy, lying awake one Christmas Eve, is welcomed aboard a magical train to the North Pole. Through dark forests, over tall mountains, and across a barren desert of ice, the Polar Express makes its way to the huge city standing alone at the top of the world, where the boy will make his Christmas wish.
Kim Possible (Call Me, Beep Me)
Originally published: August 1, 2004
Author: Kiki Thorpe
Adpated from the television series are books featuring Kim, her best friend Ron Stoppable, and his pet naked mole rat Rufus. Join cheerleader Kim as she foils supervillains, saves the world, and still makes it to class on time. (No big.) Yes, she can do anything!
Where The Wild Things Are
Originally published: April 9, 1963
Author & Illustrator: Maurice Sendak
When Max dresses in his wolf suit and causes havoc in the house, his mother sends him to bed. From there, Max sets sail to an island inhabited by the Wild Things, who name him king and share a wild rumpus with him.
Goodnight Moon
Originally published: September 3, 1947
Author: Margaret Wise Brown
Illustrator: Clement Hurd
In a great green room, tucked away in bed, is a little bunny. "Goodnight room, goodnight moon." And to all the familiar things in the softly lit room, the little bunny says goodnight.
Library of Dr. Seuss
Originally published: 1937
Author & Illustrator: Dr. Seuss
A production piece loosely based on the Seussical plot, this dance features characters from many favorites in Dr. Seuss’ collection: Horton Hears a Who (1954), How The Grinch Stole Christmas (1957), The Cat in The Hat (1957), Yertle the Turtle (1958), One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish (1960), Green Eggs and Ham (1960), Fox in Socks (1965), The Lorax (1971), and Oh The Places You’ll Go (1990).
Originally published: 2014
Author: Connie Schofield-Morrison
Illustrator: Frank Morrison
A story of the joy of dance and finding the beat in your heart!
Caps For Sale
Originally published: 1940
Author & Illustrator: Esphyr Slobodkina
We follow a cap-selling peddler who wears his entire stock of caps on his head. When the peddler goes to sleep under a tree, a troupe of monkeys steal all the caps but his own and put them on. The peddler tries in vain to get the monkeys to return the caps, but they only imitate his actions. Finally, he waves his own cap in the air, throws it on the ground in disgust and walks away, causing the monkeys to do the same. The peddler collects all the caps off the ground and goes on his way.
There’s a Nightmare in My Closet
Originally published: 1968
Author & Illustrator: Mercer Mayer
A fun story about a young child who decides to tackle his nighttime closet dwelling monster head-on. The nightmare turns out to be timid and sensitive, and the child must find a way to comfort it. A simple, humorous tale about making friends with fear.
Mr. Popper’s Penguins
Originally published: 1938
Authors: Richard Atwater, Florence Atwater
Illustrator: Robert Lawson
A humble house painter is sent a male penguin by the great Admiral Drake and, thanks to the arrival of a female penguin, soon has twelve penguins living in his house.
Matilda
Originally published: October 1, 1988
Author: Roald Dahl
Illustrator: Quentin Blake
Matilda is a sweet, exceptional young girl, but her parents think she's just a nuisance. At school she must face Miss Trunchbull, a menacing, kid-hating headmistress. When Matilda is attacked by the Trunchbull she suddenly discovers she has a remarkable power with which to fight back. It'll take a superhuman genius to give Miss Trunchbull what she deserves, and Matilda may be just the one to do it!
Pete The Cat
Originally published: 2008
Authors: Eric Litwin
Illustrator: James Dean
Pete the Cat goes walking down the street wearing his brand-new white shoes. Along the way, his shoes change color as he steps in a variety of messes! But no matter what color his shoes are, Pete keeps movin' and groovin' and singing his song...because it's all good.
Madeline
Originally published: 1939
Author & Illustrator: Ludwig Bemelmans
The story is set in an all-girls boarding school in Paris, France. Madeline is the smallest of the girls. The group's troublemaker, she is the bravest and most daring of the girls, giving a headache to their teacher, Miss Clavel, as Madeline goes around the city engaging in all sorts of antics.
Winnie The Pooh
Originally published: October 14, 1926
Author: A. A. Milne
Illustrator: E. H. Shepard
Since 1926, Winnie-the-Pooh and his best friends—Christopher Robin, Piglet, Tigger, Rabbit, and the ever-doleful Eeyore—have endured as unforgettable creations. These characters and their stories are timeless treasures of childhood that continue to speak to all of us with the kind of freshness and heart that distinguishes true storytelling.
Perks of Being a Wallflower (Waltz of the Wallflowers)
Originally published: February 1, 1999
Author: Stephen Chbosky
A deeply affecting coming-of-age story, a powerful novel that will spirit you back to those wild and poignant roller coaster days known as growing up.
Polar Express
Originally published: 1985
Author & Illustrator: Chris Van Allsburg
A young boy, lying awake one Christmas Eve, is welcomed aboard a magical train to the North Pole. Through dark forests, over tall mountains, and across a barren desert of ice, the Polar Express makes its way to the huge city standing alone at the top of the world, where the boy will make his Christmas wish.
Kim Possible (Call Me, Beep Me)
Originally published: August 1, 2004
Author: Kiki Thorpe
Adpated from the television series are books featuring Kim, her best friend Ron Stoppable, and his pet naked mole rat Rufus. Join cheerleader Kim as she foils supervillains, saves the world, and still makes it to class on time. (No big.) Yes, she can do anything!
Where The Wild Things Are
Originally published: April 9, 1963
Author & Illustrator: Maurice Sendak
When Max dresses in his wolf suit and causes havoc in the house, his mother sends him to bed. From there, Max sets sail to an island inhabited by the Wild Things, who name him king and share a wild rumpus with him.
Goodnight Moon
Originally published: September 3, 1947
Author: Margaret Wise Brown
Illustrator: Clement Hurd
In a great green room, tucked away in bed, is a little bunny. "Goodnight room, goodnight moon." And to all the familiar things in the softly lit room, the little bunny says goodnight.
Library of Dr. Seuss
Originally published: 1937
Author & Illustrator: Dr. Seuss
A production piece loosely based on the Seussical plot, this dance features characters from many favorites in Dr. Seuss’ collection: Horton Hears a Who (1954), How The Grinch Stole Christmas (1957), The Cat in The Hat (1957), Yertle the Turtle (1958), One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish (1960), Green Eggs and Ham (1960), Fox in Socks (1965), The Lorax (1971), and Oh The Places You’ll Go (1990).
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