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Touring Outreach Company

2013 · 2014 Touring Outreach Season


Cinderella Eats Rice and Beans: A Salsa Fairytale

People are different...and that's good!
By Karen Zacarias
Music by Debbie Wicks La Puma

What will happen to Cinderella at the ball... game? That's the surprising climactic question in this contemporary Latin-American Cinderella musical, which delightfully turns the classic fairytale on its head, telling the story from both Cinderella and the "stepsister's" perspective. Cinderella, a newcomer from Puerto Rico, comes to visit her "stepsister," Rosa, in the United States. The catch... Cinderella only speaks Spanish and Rosa only speaks English. Will these two girls be able to reach an understanding at the (basket) ball game? With a fairy godfather and other delightful twists to the original story, Cinderella Eats Rice and Beans: A Salsa Fairytale crosses language and gender barriers, weaving a subtle lesson on empathy, sportsmanship and respect. This show can be enjoyed by native Spanish and English speakers alike!

Curriculum Connections:

  • PA Academic Standards: Arts and Humanities; Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening; Health, Safety and Physical Education.
  • Reading, analyzing and interpreting literature; reading critically in all content areas; analysis and evaluation of literary adaptation; comparison and contrast.
  • Persuasive speaking; fact from opinion.
  • Language education: Spanish.
  • Safety and injury prevention; strategies to avoid/manage conflict.
  • Extensive look at character education, based on several classic fairy tales.

FOR GRADES K – 6



The Adventures of Nick Nutrition and His Dog Fiber

Fighting the Forces of Fat and Fatigue!
By Bill Van Horn
Proud Partner of EAT. RIGHT. NOW. Program

Who will save the world from the villains of bad eating habits? Have no fear! Nick Nutrition and His Wonder Dog Fiber are here! By day, an average boy and his dog, but, after school, they become an intrepid pair of superheroes dedicated to improving the minds and bodies of the kids and parents of our fair city. Watch as they battle Dr. Deepfry, Buffet Barb, and others while still making it home in time for a healthy and balanced dinner. This play offers a fun and entertaining introduction to good eating habits and the importance of daily activity, while providing students with a head start to a healthy future. With Nick's courage and Fiber's intelligence, students are empowered to take control of their health!

Curriculum Connections:

  • PA Academic Standards: Arts and Humanities; Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening; Family and Consumer Sciences; Health, Safety and Physical Education.
  • Introduction to MyPlate nutrition program ( www.choosemyplate.gov)
  • Food science and nutrition; nutrition and health; calories and energy; meal management; food sciences.
  • Balancing family, work and community responsibility.
  • Concepts of health; healthful living; physical activity; concepts, principles of exercise/training.

FOR GRADES K – 6



The Big Bad Bullysaurus

Bully Busting Prehistoric Style
By Tommy Jamerson

When Paleontologist Mark learns that his niece, Natalie, is being harassed by a local bully, he tells her the story of Ryan Rex Jr., a little dinosaur with a big bully problem of his own. With the help of his closest companion, Terry Pterodactyl, Ryan and Natalie both learn a lesson about friendship and the importance of forgiveness. Filled with heart and humor, The Big Bad Bullysaurus entertains its audience while touching on this very timely issue.

Curriculum Connections:

  • PA Academic Standards: Arts and Humanities; Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening; Health, Safety and Physical Education.
  • Extensive look at the dangers of bullying.
  • Safety and injury prevention; strategies to avoid/manage conflict.

FOR GRADES K – 6



Gabby's Song

Talking to Kids about our Challenging Times
By Tom Quinn

How do we talk to kids about the violence all around them? Follow the story of a young girl and a community holding a song-writing contest. The winning song will be chosen for a special performance when Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords comes to town. The students and the community grapple with the issue of gun violence and the turbulent world we live in. In the end, Gabby's Song brings the school and community together and will allow your students to talk about this difficult topic in a meaningful way.

Curriculum Connections:

  • PA Academic Standards: Arts and Humanities; Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening; Health, Safety and Physical Education; Civics and Government.
  • Safety and injury prevention; safe/unsafe practices; strategies to avoid/manage conflict.
  • Rights and responsibilities of citizenship; sources and resolution of conflicts; relationship between rights and responsibilities; rights of individuals in a community.

FOR GRADES 3 – 8



No Easy Road To Freedom

An Engaging Look at American Diversity!
By Tom Quinn

Our gifted actors will take you on a journey through history to meet individuals who fought for racial, religious and gender equality in America. Through poetry, drama and song, these inspirational stories of bravery and determination illustrate the themes of diversity, oppression, tolerance and acceptance. Including scenes on immigration, Japanese internment, Native American resettlement, voting rights for women and minorities, the Civil Rights movement, the holocaust, Matthew Shepard, the election of the first African American President and more, this powerful production celebrates the importance of America’s diversity.

Curriculum Connections:

  • PA Academic Standards: Arts and Humanities; Civics and Government; History.
  • Examines key contributions of individuals and groups during America's Civil Rights history.
  • US history; historical analysis and skills development; contributions of individuals and groups; rights and responsibilities of citizenship; violence prevention.
  • Historical and cultural contexts; conflict and cooperation among groups; speeches and writings that impact civic life.
  • Ideal for African American History Month or Diversity Awareness.

FOR GRADES 6 – 12