Category Archives: Parent & Education Guides

Only Intermission: 10 Fun Ways to Stay Active During COVID-19

The Hanover Theatre Conservatory

Spring conservatory classes just ended and we’re in the middle of a stay-at-home advisory. Still, who says you can’t stay active and healthy from the safety of your own home? Read on for 10 free online resources to get your … Continue reading

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Education Guide: Waitress

Waitress Musical

AGE ADVISORY: Due to some suggestive content, this show is not recommended for younger audiences. ABOUT THE SHOW: “Waitress” tells the story of Jenna, a waitress and expert pie maker. Jenna dreams of a way out of her small town … Continue reading

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Education Guide: Dein Perry’s Tap Dogs

Tap Dogs

AGE ADVISORY: This show is appropriate for all ages.  ABOUT THE SHOW: Created by Australian choreographer Dein Perry, “Tap Dogs” combines the strength and power of workmen with the precision and talent of tap dancing. Set in the steelwork’s town … Continue reading

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Education Guide: On Your Feet!

On Your Feet!

AGE ADVISORY: This show is appropriate for all ages. ABOUT THE SHOW: Her voice, his vision, their story. From their humble beginnings in Cuba, Emilio and Gloria Estefan came to America and broke through all barriers to become a crossover … Continue reading

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Education Guide: “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical”

The Percy Jackson Musical

AGE ADVISORY: “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical” is recommended for ages eight and older. Children under the age of four are not permitted. ABOUT THE SHOW: Percy Jackson is on the most dangerous quest of his life. The Greek … Continue reading

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Education Guide: “ELF The Musical”

Elf The Musical

AGE ADVISORY: This Broadway musical is based on the PG-rated film and includes similar content. If you think the movie is inappropriate for your child, the musical is likely inappropriate, as well. The musical is suitable for all ages, but … Continue reading

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Education Guide: “Finding Neverland”

Finding Neverland

AGE ADVISORY: “Finding Neverland” is appropriate for all ages ABOUT THE SHOW: Playwright J.M. Barrie struggles to find inspiration until he meets four young brothers and their beautiful widowed mother. Spellbound by the boys’ enchanting make-believe adventures, he sets out … Continue reading

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Education Guide: “The Wizard of Oz”

The Wizard of Oz

AGE ADVISORY: This show is appropriate for all ages. ABOUT THE SHOW: Dorothy thinks she’s lost forever when a tornado carries her and her dog, Toto, into a magical world. To get home, she must find the wonderful Wizard in … Continue reading

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Behind the Scenes with Owen and Carolyn Fitzpatrick

Owen Fitzpatrick

Lisa Condit spoke with student Owen Fitzpatrick and his mother, Carolyn.  Owen has been a guest blogger for The Hanover Theatre, and Carolyn is a Broadway subscriber and Franklin Square Society member. Read on for highlights from the interview, or … Continue reading

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Getting to know a different time and culture

The King and I

Student blogger Owen Fitzpatrick returns to give us his take on clashing cultures and a modern perspective in light of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “The King and I,” playing now through Sunday, May 20 at The Hanover Theatre for the Performing … Continue reading

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