Category Archives: Parent & Education Guides
“RENT” inspires a new generation
Owen Fitzpatrick returns with a new essay on social change inspired by Broadway’s “RENT,” playing at The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts April 5-8, 2018. We’re proud to announce that Owen has won the Library of Congress essay contest for … Continue reading
The story behind the music
Owen Fitzpatrick returns with a new essay on where good music comes from. Read on to find out why Owen is excited to see “Jersey Boys” this weekend, then check out his thought-provoking letter to Mr. Dickens and his essay on … Continue reading
Shakespeare for kids
Some of you may remember young Owen Fitzpatrick from his thought-provoking letter to Mr. Dickens last Christmas. The promising student returns to The Hanover Theatre this week to see Broadway’s “Something Rotten!” and took a moment to reflect on why … Continue reading
Parent Guide: The King and I
AGE ADVISORY: “The King and I” is recommended for ages 8 and older. ABOUT THE SHOW: Set in 1860s Bangkok, “The King and I” tells the story of the unconventional and tempestuous relationship that develops between the king of Siam and Anna … Continue reading
Parent Guide: Bright Star
AGE ADVISORY: “Bright Star” contains some mature themes that may be more appropriate and relevant to pre-teens and older. ABOUT THE SHOW: Inspired by a real event, “Bright Star” tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the … Continue reading
Parent Guide: RENT 20th Anniversary Tour
AGE ADVISORY: This production addresses challenging social issues and includes some sexual content and language (including the F-word) that makes it appropriate for pre-teens and older. ABOUT THE SHOW: A re-imagining of Puccini’s 1896 classic opera “La Bohème,” “RENT” follows … Continue reading
Parent Guide: Jersey Boys
AGE ADVISORY: “Jersey Boys” contains authentic, “profane Jersey language” and is recommended for ages 12 and older. ABOUT THE SHOW: Go behind the music and inside the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons in the Tony® Award-winning true-life … Continue reading
Parent Guide: Something Rotten!
AGE ADVISORY: “Something Rotten!” is appropriate for audiences eight years and older. Parents may wish to do additional research before taking their younger children. ABOUT THE SHOW: This hilarious smash tells the story of Nick and Nigel Bottom, two brothers … Continue reading
Parent Guide: Cabaret
AGE ADVISORY: This production includes strong sexual content and is recommended for adults only, but it can be perfect for a parents’ night out! ABOUT THE SHOW: Welcome to the infamous Kit Kat Klub, where the Emcee, Sally Bowles and … Continue reading
Parent Guide: A Christmas Story, The Musical
AGE ADVISORY: This production is appropriate for all ages. ABOUT THE SHOW: “A Christmas Story, The Musical” chronicles young and bespectacled Ralphie Parker as he schemes his way toward the holiday gift of his dreams. Chock-full of delightful songs … Continue reading