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Family Friendly Smith Center Performances

Giving the Gift of Theater

December 3, 2016
Several years ago my parents decided that instead of store bought gifts for the adults they would gift experiences. I LOVE Broadway and theater which led to gifts of family trips to theaters for performances of Mary Poppins and Pan. 

This holiday season you can give the gift of theater at The Smith Center to friends and family or even slip tickets into stockings. They have two upcoming family friendly performances that will enchant your family. 

The Little Prince – March 1, 2017 @ 6:30PM

Tickets: $14.95 - $29.95

If your family members enjoyed the Netflix movie “The Little Prince,” they will love this live show based on the classic book by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. Swazzle’s magical production utilizes handcrafted puppets, live actors, original music and innovative projection techniques to bring this heartwarming story to life. A renowned puppet production company, Swazzle has constructed elaborate custom puppets for film, TV and stage, including the “Pee Wee Herman Show on Broadway.” Its signature theater productions have been presented at venues across the U.S.

 

“The Little Prince” is an enchanting theatrical production for all ages. In this unique take on the classic tale, audience members young and old are invited to experience the wonderment of childhood as The Little Prince transports them to exotic worlds and introduces them to whimsical characters. Meet a bombastic king, a talking rose and a cheerful fox who is eager to be domesticated. Through the eyes of the Little Prince, audience members gain unique insights into love, loss and laughter. 

 

Peter Rabbit Tales
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March 22, 2017 @ 6:30PM

Tickets: $14.95 - $29.95

“Everything about this world-class production is inventive and endearing.” – Phindie.com

 

Children will love this delightful play based on three of Beatrix Potter’s beloved stories, “The Tale of Peter Rabbit,” “The Tale of Benjamin Bunny” and “The Tale of Mr. Tod.” Enchantment’s production introduces a grown-up Peter, his cousin Benjamin and sister Flopsy, as they remember their adventures in Mr. McGregor’s garden and go on a quest to rescue Benjamin and Flopsy’s children from the badger, Tommy Brock.

 

Created in 2000, Enchantment Theatre Company presents only original work based on classic stories from children’s literature, using its signature blend of masked actors, pantomime, magic, large-scale puppets and original music. The company has toured its productions around the world, appearing in up to 40 states each year. In celebration of Beatrix Potter’s 150th birthday anniversary, Enchantment Theatre Company brings her captivating stories to life. Follow Peter Rabbit and his family on their adventures in this creative production!