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The Broward Center and The Parker Hold Exciting Theatrical Events for Young Audiences

by Sharon Aron Baron October 17, 2023

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The Broward Center and The Parker Hold Exciting Theatrical Events for Young Audiences

A Christmas Carol is slated for December 2. {Broward Center}

By Sharon Aron Baron

This season, The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and The Parker roll out the red carpet for young theater enthusiasts with two captivating series – the JM Family Enterprises Smart Stage Matinee Series and the Saturday Family Fun Series.

Designed to bolster classroom learning and open the world of live performing arts, these series showcase enthralling performances ranging from whimsical fairy tales to engaging musicals. The Smart Stage Matinee Series aligns with state standards, catering to both traditional and home-schooled students, with free study guides provided on the Broward Center’s website.

The line-up features:

November 3: Numbers Don’t Lie – A magical journey revealing the importance of math in everyday life, tailored for grades 2-4.
November 8 & 11: The Tales of Custard the Dragon – A heartwarming story highlighting courage and love, commissioned by the John F. Kennedy Center in DC, designed for Kindergarten and first-grade attendees.
December 2: A Christmas Carol – A classic holiday tale brought to life by The Performance Project students and their mentors.
December 15: The Nutcracker – Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida’s rendition of the cherished ballet directed by Vladimir Issaev at The Parker.
January 12 & 13: The Frog Prince – An enchanting fairy tale with a potent message about equality and appearances.
April 19 & 20: Junie B. Jones – Join Junie in her first-grade adventures based on Barbara Park’s beloved series.

Buy tickets online at ParkerPlayhouse.com and Ticketmaster.com, by phone at 954-462-0222, and in person at the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office.

The Broward Center for the Performing Arts is located at 201 SW Fifth Ave. in Fort Lauderdale. Lillian S. Wells Hall at The Parker is located in Holiday Park at 707 N.E. Eighth St. in Fort Lauderdale.

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Sharon Aron Baron

Sharon Aron Baron is a Parkland resident and editor of Talk Media. She has been covering Parkland news since 2012. Parkland Talk was created to provide News, Views, and Entertainment for the residents of Parkland.