A great way to introduce children to enriching arts experiences that are age-appropriate in content and length, the Magic Ark Performing Arts Series for Families presents innovative, professional and highly entertaining performances for the entire family!
Magic Ark parties are also a fun option for birthday celebrations! Reserved seating and refreshments before or after the performance are included. To schedule a party, call (617) 558-6486.
2010/2011 Season
Get on board as we set sail for another exciting season of family entertainment!
All 2010/2011 shows at the Jewish Community Centers of Greater Boston are held at the Leventhal-Sidman Jewish Community Center,
333 Nahanton Street, Newton, unless otherwise noted.
SteveSongs in Concert
Special Veteran’s Day Show
Thursday, November 11, 2010 • 11am & 1pm
 “It’s Kids’ music that’s cool!”
Steve Roslonek returns to take us on another “Marvelous Musical Adventure”. A star on the national kid’s music scene as well as the co-host of the PBS KIDS preschool destination, Steve blends catchy melodies and thoughtful messages into fun participatory songs that kids and adults find irresistible.
Ages 2+ years
Member: $8, Nonmember: $11
The Berenstain Bears in Family Matters: The Musical
TheatreworksUSA/Matt Murphy Productions
Sunday, January 9, 2011 • 11am & 1pm
 The Berenstain Bears have enchanted young readers for generations. Now, this fun-filled new musical weaves together three of Stan and Jan Berenstain's most popular books: “The Berenstain Bears Learn About Strangers”, “The Berenstain Bears and Too Much Junk Food” and “The Berenstain Bears' Trouble at School”.
Ages 3+ years
Member: $8, Nonmember: $11
Mark Nizer
Monday, January 17, 2011 • 11am & 1pm
 “Nothing less than brilliant” – Performance Magazine
International juggling champion Mark Nizer merges world-class juggling, light technology, comedy and music into an unforgettable performance.
Ages 4+ years
Member: $8, Nonmember: $11
Vanessa Trien Family Concert
Monday, January 17 • 11am
 Special Martin Luther King Day performance at Temple Sinai
25 Canton Street, Sharon
Boston-based singer-songwriter and children’s performer, Vanessa Trien, has become a local rock star among the young and young at heart.
Ages: 2+ years
Member: $6, Nonmember: $8
The Magic of Bill Blagg III
Monday, February 21, 2011 • 11am & 1pm
You won’t believe your eyes! Called “simply amazing” by the Chicago Tribune, Bill Blagg accompanies his all new mind-blowing tricks with a quick wit and charm that makes it a fun show for the whole family.
Ages 4+ years
Member: $8, Nonmember: $11
Jenny the Juggler
Wednesday, February 23 • 10am
 February school vacation week performance at the
Sharon Community Center
219 Massapoag Avenue, Sharon
Jenny the Juggler combines juggling, magic, music, singing, physical comedy, interactive silliness and lots of audience participation.
Ages: 2+ years
Member: $6, Nonmember: $8
Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing
TheatreworksUSA/Two Beans Productions
Sunday, March 13, 2011 • 1 & 3pm
Nine-year-old Peter Hatcher's life would be sweet if it weren't for Fudge, his toddler terror of a brother. All the humor, sibling rivalry and elementary school angst of Judy Blume's book is captured in this charming and hilarious play.
Ages 5+ years
Member: $8, Nonmember: $11
Magic and Mayhem Purim Party
 Sunday, March 13 • 10am
At the MetroWest Jewish Day School
26 Upper Joclyn Avenue, Framingham
Celebrate the fun and silliness of Purim with the astonishing magic and uproarious humor of Matt Roberts. Matt’s shows are fast-paced, interactive and loads of fun!
Ages: 2+ years
Member: $6, Nonmember: $8
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie & Other Story Books
TheatreworksUSA
Sunday, April 3, 2011 • 11am and 1pm
 “Sixty minutes of theatrical enthrallment. This is pure theatre with a capital I for imagination.”– Stephen Suskin, Variety
A sparkling musical revue based on popular children’s books including “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie”, “Martha Speaks”, “Imogene’s Antlers”, “Owen” and more.
Ages 4+ years
Member: $8,
Nonmember: $11
Three easy ways to purchase tickets:
- Online by the clicking on the show titles or Buy Tickets Online button.
- By calling OvationTix at 1-866-811-4111
- By visiting the Box Office in the lobby of the JCC.
Box Office Hours: Wednesdays, 12pm-5pm and 2 hours before performances.
Box Office Telephone: 617-965-5226
Box Office Email: boxoffice@jccgb.org
For general information, contact magicark@jccgb.org or 617-558-6486.
All Magic Ark shows are open to the entire community. There are JCC member and nonmember prices for all shows. If you are a JCC member, please bring your JCC membership ID with you to the performance.
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