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Magic Ark Performing Arts Series for Families




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

SteveSongs“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

Buy tickets for SteveSongs



The Berenstain Bears in Family Matters: The Musical
TheatreworksUSA/Matt Murphy Productions

Sunday, January 9, 2011 • 11am & 1pm

Berenstain Bears Cast PhotoThe 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”.

Buy tickets for Berenstain BearsAges 3+ years
Member: $8, Nonmember: $11



Mark Nizer

Monday, January 17, 2011 • 11am & 1pm

Mark NizerNothing 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

Buy tickets for Mark Nizer



Vanessa Trien Family Concert

Monday, January 17 • 11am


Vanessa TrienSpecial 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

Buy tickets for Vanessa Trien


The Magic of Bill Blagg III

Monday, February 21, 2011  • 11am & 1pm

Bill Blagg
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

Buy tickets for Bill Blagg



Jenny the Juggler

Wednesday, February 23 • 10am

Jenny the JugglerFebruary 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

Buy tickets for Jenny the Juggler



Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing
TheatreworksUSA/Two Beans Productions

Sunday, March 13, 2011 • 1 & 3pm

Tales Of cast
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

Buy tickets now


Magic and Mayhem Purim Party

Matt RobertsSunday, 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

But tickets for Magic and Mayhem

 


If You Give a Mouse a Cookie & Other Story Books
TheatreworksUSA

Sunday, April 3, 2011 • 11am and 1pm

Mouse Cast Photo“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.

Buy tickets NowAges 4+ years
Member: $8,
Nonmember: $11


Three easy ways to purchase tickets:

  1. Online by the clicking on the show titles or Buy Tickets Online button.
  2. By calling OvationTix at 1-866-811-4111
  3. 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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