Morrison Center Announces Family Theatre, Popular Family Reading Series
By: Gabrielle Sierra Sep. 12, 2011
The Morrison Center announces its new signature Velma V. Morrison Family Theatre Series. This new series presents an opportunity for families in Boise and throughout the greater Treasure Valley to experience the magic of live, professional entertainment at affordable prices in a one-of-a-kind facility. Research demonstrates that children who study and experience the performing arts are not only better students, but also more civic minded, productive adults. In three carefully chosen events, parents and children will be astonished, amused, touched, educated and astounded by everything from the simple, classic story of a baby bird, to live, exotic animals on stage. As the premier performing arts center of Idaho, the Velma V. Morrison Center for the Performing Arts is committed to providing the community with opportunities to visit the Center in order to introduce the next generation to the magic of theatre. The Family Theatre Series will help provide access and opportunity to those in need at all socio-economic levels via affordable ticket pricing, group and ticket discounts and a limited supply of complimentary tickets to qualified non-profits that served children and families in need.
The Center is also announcing this year's selections for its popular Family Reading Series.Just added:
Family Theatre Series:
New Shanghai Circus, Are You My Mother? and
Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom with Host Peter Gros
Family Reading Series:
Jack and the Beanstalk and A Christmas Carol
Program support provided by the
Morrison Center Endowment Foundation, Inc.
MORRISON CENTER
Tickets on-sale September 16th @ 10 AM.Available at the Morrison Center box office, all Select-a-Seat outlets, online at IdahoTickets.com or call (208) 426-1110.
FAMILY THEATRE SERIES
New Shanghai Circus
Friday, February 17, 2012 · 7:30 PM
Astonishing athletes defy gravity and execute breathtaking feats as they stretch the limits of human ability in this spellbinding show. Fearless performers with boundless energy bring you more than two thousand years of Chinese Circus traditions. If it is humanly possible - and even if it is not - the Shanghai's acrobats, jugglers and contortionists do it with spectacular flair.
Pricing does not include applicable fees.
Are You My Mother?
Sunday, March 18, 2012 · 2:00 PM
At long last, Baby Bird emerges from her shell and expects to be greeted by her mother's song. But her mother is not there. Where is she? Why isn't she home? With the help of Dog, Cat and Hen, Baby Bird sets out in search of Mother Bird in this colorful, musical adventure based on P.D. Eastman's whimsical and well-loved picture book.
Musical for grades K - 2.
Pricing does not include applicable fees.
Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom
with Host Peter Gros
Saturday, April 28, 2012 · 2:00 PM
Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom comes to the stage in an exciting live presentation allowing children and families to see and learn about nature and some of the world's most unique and exotic animals. Mutual of Omaha has a long-standing commitment to conservation that dates back more than 40 years. Today, Peter Gros, co-host of the original Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom, helps to heighten awareness about environmental issues. This heritage continues with all-new episodes of Wild Kingdom being broadcast on Animal Planet. Peter Gros is a frequent guest on LIVE with Regis and Kelly and the CBS Early Show. In addition, he has appeared on numerous talk shows, including the Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
Pricing does not include applicable fees.Special series discounts are available.
Purchase any 2 events and receive a 10% discount.
Purchase all 3 and receive a 15% discount.
FAMILY READING SERIES
Jack and the Beanstalk
October 23, 2011 · 2:00 PM
Morrison Center Recital Hall
December 18, 2011 · 2:00 PM & 4:00 PM
Morrison Center Recital HallThis is Charles Dickens' timeless tale of old Ebenezer Scrooge. Come with us as we listen to his ghostly journey to find the meaning behind the celebrations of Christmas. In just one night, Scrooge will fly from the past to the future in a race to save his shrinking heart! A splendid story and a wonderful way to ring in the holidays with music, laughter and wonder!
Recommended for children of all ages (3 to 103!)
Tickets: $7.00
Pricing does not include applicable fees.
Velma V. Morrison Center for the Performing Arts
Located on the campus of Boise State University, the 2,037-seat Velma V. Morrison Center for the Performing Arts is Idaho's premier performing arts center. Nestled on the banks of the Boise River, with a panoramic view of the city, parks and foothills, the Center's 10-story stage house is a recognizable fixture of the Capitol's picturesque skyline. The realization of a life-long dream of Harry W. Morrison, and championed by his widow, Velma, the Center opened its doors on April 7, 1984. Today the Center is recognized as a major destination for arts and culture, annually hosting hundreds of live entertainment and arts education offerings that serve to enrich the lives of patrons of all ages. As a Boise State affiliate, the Center is a non-profit organization supported by ticket sales, facility rentals, donations and the generous support of the Morrison Center Endowment Foundation, Inc. For more information on programs, or to find out how you can play an active role in the Center's ongoing success as a donor or volunteer, please visit:http://mc.boisestate.edu
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