Showing posts with label Red Tricycle San Francisco. Show all posts
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Friday, March 11, 2011

Family Friday:Narnia in Berkeley!

One of my childhood favorites

I do enjoy the parental opportunity to relive parts of my childhood by experiencing them again with my child... The Chronicles of Narnia's The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe is one of those "things". I've been wanting to share this story with my little one, but have hesitated... I know there is material in the story that I don't want to just toss her way without some context to understand the way some fairy tales happen... *BUT* given the opportunity to see this story come to life in a local theater in a show for children is just the right setting to share this story... I know there will be some "scary" parts that are filled with anxious moments, I also know those lead to nuggets of goodness like bravery and generosity of spirit... Do you remember all of these little pieces?

The White Witch and poor Edmund


A walk in the woods with Tumnus


Falling back out of the wardrobe
My very favorite characters are of course, Lucy the Valiant and Dear Aslan... I've always been drawn to those beautiful lions...

Here is what Red Tricycle has to say:

 

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

Where:Berkeley Playhouse
2640 College Avenue
Berkeley, Ca
When:Mar 13–Apr 3, 2011 
Cost:$15-33
Ages:All
More Info:Event Website
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, the first and most famous story of the Chronicles of Narnia, is brought to the stage in an unique musical with all the fantasy and enchantment of a world filled with creatures and spirits of myth and fable – both good and evil, demonic and transcendent. Ordinary children learn extraordinary lessons in courage unselfishness and wisdom.


Here is what the Berkeley Playhouse has to say:


ABOUT THE PLAY: Based on the first book in The Chronicles of Narnia, by C.S. Lewis, Narnia is a musical recreation of an enchanted world filled with creatures and spirits of myth and fable, both good and evil, demonic and transcendent.  Narnia has been held in a state of perpetual winter for over a hundred years by the evil White Witch.  The majestic King Aslan, a talking Lion, struggles to take back possession of the land but is so often absent that his very existence is doubted by some.  Entering Narnia at a moment of its greatest need are the four Pevensie children who discover that entering a wardrobe in the home of Professor Digory Kirke will lead to this magical land.  The children join the quest to save Narnia from the White Witch and over the course of their journey filled with chases, duels and narrow escapes they learn valuable lessons in courage, generosity and wisdom.  Narnia features a soaring, inspirational musical score with music by Thomas Tierney and lyrics by Ted Drachman.  Narnia runs two hours with an intermission.  Enjoyed by children and adults.


To get your tickets click here


Enjoy! and don't forget to GET your CrAfT on!!!

xoxo
jul

Thursday, January 27, 2011

Kids AND Culture...??? In the East Bay?



All week the kids have plenty of input from teachers and friends, parents, coaches and guides. By the time the weekend rolls around they want some fun that is relaxing, but often we parents want something that gives us a chance to connect with our little lovelies or we want a chance to share cultural experiences that our kids aren't getting in our Sub-Urban East Bay setting. Lately, I have been checking out Red Tricycle for ideas and this one sounds like a thumbs up from my perspective. Check it out:

First of all, if you don't know what Red Tricycle is click here


International Children’s Film Festival

Screen shot 2011-01-11 at 12.48.45 PM
Where:Michaan's Auditorium
2700 Saratoga Street
Alameda, Ca
When:Jan 29–30, 2011
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Cost:See Listing
Ages:3+
More Info:Event Website



What it is:
The Bay Area International Children’s Film Festival provides high-quality family-friendly films from around the world. The 2011 program again showcases award-winning films that offer something for every child’s imagination: eye-popping animation, amazing documentaries, stories that tackle important issues from a kids-eye view, and unique opportunities like chatting with filmmakers or participating in hands-on film-making workshops.