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The Lancaster Performing Arts Center offers School Shows and Workshops to integrate the arts into your curriculum and lesson plans. We have something for every school and student. Imagine what an arts-inspired lesson plan will do for your classroom! Our Arts for Youth program serves every grade level and is aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). The program not only

teaches about the arts but also uses music, theatre and dance as a dynamic tools for teaching all core subjects, including math, science, history and literature. Our performances and workshops, complete with lesson plans and study guides, provide an enjoyable, high quality, curriculum-based learning experience for all students. Study guides for our School Shows and Artists in Schools program are available on our website - lpac.org. Assistance with funding for student transportation and tickets may be available. Please contact the LPAC Box Office at (661) 723-5950 for more information.

Education Through the Arts ● 2015-2016 Arts for Youth School ShowsMOMIX – AlchemiaWednesday, October 28, 2015 • 9:15 a.m.Grades 6-12MOMIX, the internationally renowned company of dancer illusionists, presents Alchemia, the art of alchemy and the alchemy of art. Under the direction of

Moses Pendleton, Alchemia is a multimedia spectacle of beauty. MOMIX combines athletic dance, compelling music, original costumes and unusual props to create a wildly entertaining experience of visual splendor. Alchemia will thrill and entertain you in a morning of spectacular dance and artistry.www.mosespendleton.com Suggested Common Core State Standards: English:SL: Speaking and Listening Standards: 2. Comprehension and CollaborationVisual and Performing Arts: Dance1.0 Artistic Perception: Comprehension and Analysis of Dance Elements2.0 Creative Expression: Creating, Performing and Participating in Theatre3.0 Historical and Cultural Context: Development of Dance4.0 Aesthetic Valuing: Description, Analysis, and Criticism of Dance; Meaning and Impact of Dance5.0 Connections, Relationships, Applications: Connections and Applications Across Disciplines

Golden Dragon Acrobats Monday, November 2, 2015 • 9:15 & 11 a.m.Grades K-12The ancient art of Chinese Acrobatics is an honored tradition that began in China over two thousand years ago during the Han Dynasty (221 BC - 220

AD), and evolved into the “Hundred Plays” set to music and dance. The Golden Dragon Acrobats represent the best of this revered tradition, recognized throughout the U.S. and abroad as the premier Chinese acrobatic company. World renowned impresario Danny Chang and choreographer Angela Chang combine acrobatics, traditional dance, costumes, music and theatrical techniques in the spellbinding beauty of The Golden Dragon Acrobats.www.goldendragonacrobats.com Suggested Common Core State Standards: English:SL: Speaking and Listening Standards: 2. Comprehension and CollaborationVisual and Performing Arts:1.0 Artistic Perception: Processing, Analyzing, and Responding to Sensory Information

through the Language and Skills Unique to Dance2.0 Creative Expression: Creating, Performing, and Participating in Theatre3.0 Historical and Cultural Context: Understanding the Historical Contributions and Cultural

Dimensions of Music4.0 Aesthetic Valuing: Responding to, Analyzing, and Critiquing Theater

Charles Dickens’- A Christmas Carol Presented by: Cedar Street TheatreFriday, December 4, 2015 • 9:15 & 11 a.m.Grades K-12Cedar Street Theatre brings Charles Dickens’ “ghostly tale” of Ebenezer

Scrooge to life at the LPAC. We all know the grumpy old miser’s response to holiday cheer is “Bah, Humbug!”, but one remarkable Christmas Eve, he is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future and with their magical intervention, changes Scrooge forever. www.cedarstreettheatre.comSuggested Common Core State Standards: English:RL: Reading Standards for Literature: 7. 8. 9. Integration of Knowledge and IdeasRI: Reading Standards for Informational Text: 9. Integration of Knowledge and IdeasSL: Speaking and Listening Standards: 2. Comprehension and Collaboration; 4. Presentation of

Knowledge and IdeasVisual and Performing Arts: 1.0 Artistic Perception: Processing, Analyzing, and Responding to Sensory Information

through the Language and Skills Unique to Theatre2.0 Creative Expression: Creating, Performing, and Participating in Theatre4.0 Aesthetic Valuing: Responding to, Analyzing, and Critiquing Theatrical Experiences

Antelope Valley Ballet Excerpts from The NutcrackerThursday, December 10, 2015 • 11 a.m.Friday, December 11, 2015 • 11 a.m.Grades K-12The Nutcracker is a spectacular celebration of cherished holiday magic! Based on the story of The Nutcracker

and the Mouse King written by E.T.A. Hoffmann, is the tale of a young girl who dreams of a Nutcracker Prince and a fierce battle against a Mouse King. Experience AV Ballet’s wonderful dancers, adorable children and marching toy soldiers; a glowing Christmas tree which seems to grow forever; mischievous mice; the Land of Sweets; and beautiful choreography.www.antelopevalleyballet.orgSuggested Common Core State Standards: English:RI: Reading Standards for Informational Text: 9. Integration of Knowledge and IdeasSL: Speaking and Listening Standards: 2. Comprehension and Collaboration; 4. Presentation of

Knowledge and IdeasVisual and Performing Arts:1.0 Artistic Perception: Processing, Analyzing, and Responding to Sensory Information

through the Language and Skills Unique to Dance3.0 Historical and Cultural Context: Understanding the Historical Contributions4.0 Aesthetic Valuing: Responding to, Analyzing, and Making Judgments about Works of Dance

Black Violin Tuesday, January 19, 2016 • 11 a.m.Grades 4-12Classically-trained string instrumentalists Kevin Marcus and Wilner Baptiste (Wil B) are taking the world by storm with their distinctive and versatile musical

style, closing the gap between classical and popular music. The duo fuses R&B, soul, rock, hip-hop and classical into one groundbreaking combination of sound. They have toured Dubai, South Africa, Prague and performed at the official 2012 Presidential Inauguration. Black Violin has changed the landscape of contemporary music with a style that appeals to all ages.www.blackviolin.net Suggested Common Core State Standards: English:SL: Speaking and Listening Standards: 2. Comprehension and Collaboration; 4. Presentation of

Knowledge and IdeasVisual and Performing Arts: 1.0 Artistic Perception: Listen to, Analyze, and Describe Music3.0 Historical and Cultural Context: Role of Music4.0 Aesthetic Valuing: Analyze and Critically Assess; Derive Meaning5.0 Connections, Relationships, Applications: Connections and Applications

The Big Friendly GiantFriday, February 5, 2016 • 9:15 & 11 a.m.Grades 2-8In the much beloved tradition of Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, we join two misfits on an unforgettable

odyssey. The job of this larger-than-life vegetarian is to blow magical dreams into children’s bedrooms. For a young orphan “human bean”, however, the sight of the giant is too much and she fears for her life when he takes her away to an enchanted land. The harmless, cheeky B.F.G. ultimately shows that heroes can come in all sizes.www.dct.orgSuggested Common Core State Standards: English: RL: Reading Standards for Literature: 6. Craft and Structure; 7. 9. Integration of Knowledge

and IdeasSL: Speaking and Listening Standards: 2. Comprehension and Collaboration; 4.5. Presentation

of Knowledge and IdeasVisual and Performing Arts:1.0 Artistic Perception: Develop Theatre Vocabulary, Comprehension of Theatre2.0 Creative Expressions: Creation/Invention in Theatre, Discovering Meaning of Show

Pushcart PlayersAlice in WonderlandThursday, February 11, 2016 • 9:15 & 11 a.m.Grades K-6Filled with Lewis Carroll’s pure nonsense and madcap characters, this intriguing tale about

a curious young girl has enchanted readers for many generations. Alice goes on a journey of self-discovery with challenges, choices and happy conclusions. Pushcart’s whimsical music, design and direction offer a precious theatre experience that young viewers will long remember. www.pushcartplayers.orgSuggested Common Core State Standards: English:RL: Reading Standards for Literature: 8. Craft and Structure; 7. 9. Integration of Knowledge and IdeasVisual and Performing Arts:1.0 Artistic Perception: Development of the Vocabulary of Theatre2.0 Creative Expressions: Creation/Invention in Theatre4.0 Aesthetic Valuing: Critical Assessment of Theatre, Derivation of Meaning from Works of Theatre

GuGu Drum Group Friday, March 4, 2016 • 11 a.m.Grades K-12Direct from Shanghai, China the world renowned and award winning troupe, the GuGu Drum Group, offers a theatrical drama

depicting historical and culturally significant drum compositions. Directed by Yang Xiaodong, the combination of percussive movements and actual ancient instruments, represent a powerful lineage that dates back to the times of the Emperors of Chinese Dynasties. GuGu Drums features a storyboard of vignettes based on Chinese proverbs, fables and historical fairy tales, staging fierce battles between the ox and the tiger while playing instruments as small as finger cymbals and as large as massive standing drums. www.kmpartists.com/gugu-drum-group Suggested Common Core State Standards: English:SL: Speaking and Listening Standards: 2. Comprehension and Collaboration RL: Reading Standards for Literature: 2. Key Ideas and Details Visual and Performing Arts:1.0 Artistic Perception: Comprehension of Theatre 2.0 Creative Expression: Creation/Invention in Theatre3.0 Historical and Cultural Context: Cultural Significance of Theatre, History of Theatre4.0 Aesthetic Valuing: Meaning from Works of Theatre

Clifford the Big Red Dog™ – Live!Friday, March 18, 2016 • 11 a.m.Grades K-4The “big red dog,” a character beloved for generations, comes to life on stage in a BIG way! Join Clifford, Emily Elizabeth

and all their friends as they embark on an adventure filled with interactive singing, dancing and more. Share in the timeless values of Clifford’s BIG Ideas: Share, Play Fair, Have Respect, Work Together, Be Responsible, Be Truthful, Be Kind, Believe in Yourself, Be a Good Friend and Help Others – with this musical experience!www.bsoinc.comSuggested Common Core State Standards: English: RL: Reading Standards for Literature: 6. Craft and Structure; 7. 9. Integration of Knowledge and Ideas Visual and Performing Arts: 1.0 Artistic Perception: Vocabulary of Theatre Comprehension of Theatre2.0 Creative Expression: Ideas Creation/Invention in Theatre4.0 Aesthetic Valuing: Critical Assessment of Theatre Meaning from Works of Theatre

Wild Kingdom’s Peter Gros Friday, April 1, 2016 • 11 a.m.Grades K-6 Youngsters experience excitement and education all in one on Animal Planet’s Wild Kingdom, as Peter Gros brings the world of

nature alive. On stage, Peter Gros shares his unique animal world, including worldwide travel experiences, humorous tales, video clips and, of course, many exotic animals for you to see close up. As Director of Land Animals and Vice President at Marine World/Africa USA, his fascinating and inspiring stories from all around the globe thrill and educate all ages in this special engagement.www.petergros.comSuggested Common Core State Standards: English:RI: Reading Standards for Informational Text: 2. 3. Key Ideas and Details; 9. Integration of Knowledge

and Ideas SL: Speaking and Listening Standards: 2. Comprehension and Collaboration; 4. Presentation of

Knowledge and Ideas Visual and Performing Arts:1.0 Artistic Perception: Vocabulary of Theatre2.0 Creative Expression: Invention in Theatre

Missoula Children’s Theatre: Peter and Wendy Friday, April 22, 2016 • 11 a.m.Grades K-6When Captain Hook sends his right-hand man Smee on a quest to capture Peter Pan, it’s seemingly business as usual…at first. Mistaken identities, ever-morphing clouds, a classy crocodile, some very lost boys and a fickle shadow all add to the mayhem.

Meanwhile, Mr. and Mrs. Darling embark on a quest of their own in search of their three missing children. With help from the earth-friendly Neverlanders and faithful Tinker Bell, the Darling children are found, disputes are ultimately resolved and everyone – including Captain Hook – finds a place where they truly belong. www.MCT.comSuggested Common Core State Standards: English:RL: Reading Standards for Literature: 6. Craft and Structure; 7. 9. Integration of Knowledge and IdeasVisual and Performing Arts: 1.0 Artistic Perception: Development of the Vocabulary of Theatre2.0 Creative Expression: Development of Theatrical Skills; Creation/Invention in Theatre4.0 Aesthetic Valuing: Critical Assessment of Theatre; Derivation of Meaning from Works of Theatre

AV Ballet – Swan Lake Thursday, May 5, 2016 • 11 a.m.Friday, May 6, 2016 • 11 a.m.Grades K-12Set to the hauntingly beautiful Tchaikovsky score, Swan Lake tells the classic tale of Odette, a beautiful maiden transformed into a swan by an evil sorcerer, and the prince who swears his enduring love for her. This romantic fable of ill-fated passion, dreamlike transformation and ultimate forgiveness depicts good and evil in black and white. Choreographer

Kathleen Burnett expertly directs and inspires the A.V. Ballet’s company of skilled dancers to excite and move the audience in this outstanding presentation of Swan Lake.www.antelopevalleyballet.orgSuggested Common Core State Standards: English:RI: Reading Standards for Informational Text: 9. Integration of Knowledge and IdeasSL: Speaking and Listening Standards: 2. Comprehension and Collaboration; 4. Presentation of

Knowledge and IdeasVisual and Performing Arts:1.0 Artistic Perception: Processing, Analyzing, and Responding to Sensory Information through the

Language and Skills Unique to Dance3.0 Historical and Cultural Context: Understanding the Historical Contributions4.0 Aesthetic Valuing: Responding to, Analyzing, and Making Judgments about Works of Dance

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Providing opportunities for students of all ages to experience and appreciate the performing arts, the Arts for Youth outreach and workshop programs go hand-in-hand with enhancing current educational development. This season the LPAC offers eight outstanding outreaches and workshops available at no cost to participating schools. Sessions are limited. Teachers should call the box office at (661) 723-5950 to schedule an outreach.

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