Touring Outreach Company

2014 · 2015 Touring Outreach Season

Don't Be A Bully!: Molly Bloom-Lately

Standing Up For Yourself!
Books and Lyrics by Ashleigh Catsos
Music by Brian Ray Stearns

What happens when Molly is singled out as the smallest girl on her first day of third grade? With the help of an interesting and entertaining cast of characters, Molly learns not only to stand up for, but also to believe in herself. Through this heartfelt musical, we watch Molly learn what it means to be uniquely herself and show that even the smallest among us have something to share. This show highlights tools to effectively deal with a bullies by demonstrating positive ways for kids to be themselves and to celebrate what makes each of us unique.

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.
• Safety and injury prevention; strategies to avoid/manage conflict.
• Extensive look at character education

Mean Girlz R Bullies 2

An Honest Look at Teenage Bullying!
By Tom Quinn

It's not easy being the new kid, navigating everything from the social cliques to the lunchroom line. Sometimes, middle school is just hard. And sometimes, teenagers are just mean. This musical about jocks, brains, queen bees and wannabes focuses on the realities of adolescence – gossip, body image, the nature of popularity and the challenges of being different. Join us for a powerful show for both girls and boys that explores the secret culture of teenage aggression and asks: why are teenagers mean to each other and what can we do about it?

Curriculum Connections:

• PA Academic Standards: Arts and Humanities; Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening; Health, Safety and Physical Education.
• Extensive look at the dangers and implications of teenage bullying; discusses body image, sexuality, social hierarchy and destructive rumors.
• Safety and injury prevention; safe/unsafe practices; strategies to avoid/manage conflict.
• Reading critically in all content areas; speaking and listening; analysis and evaluation of folktale adaptation; rights of individuals in a community.

Mita, the Magnificent

It's a Bug's Life!
By Noelle Donfeld

What's that sound? "Munch! Munch!" goes Mita, the termite who finds surprising sources of wood to eat. Mita wants to make new friends, but finds it hard to do when she's so busy eating! Mariposa the butterfly has just traveled from Mexico, Abe the bee can't find any pollen for his beehive and Aran the sly spider spins his web as he tries to have Mariposa "over for dinner". In this bi-lingual musical, Mita proves that everyone deserves friendship as she finds a way to feed her new friends. Ideal for your youngest students.

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
• Science Curriculum – Ecology

Martin and Malcolm – How Long Must We Wait?

The Civil Rights Movement and What It Means Today!
By Tom Quinn

Take your students on a journey that explores the explosive issues and ideas that ignited a nation in the 1960s. Through the words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X, our gifted actors show how their messages are as relevant today as they were in that turbulent era of race riots, bus boycotts, sit-ins and marches. This inspirational story brings your classroom history books to life.

Curriculum Connections:

• PA Academic Standards: Arts and Humanities; Civics and Government; History.
• Examines the Civil Rights Movement in depth.
• Discusses issues of racial profiling and affirmative action.
• US history, historical analysis and skills development; contributions of individuals and groups; rights and responsibilities of citizenship.
• Historical and cultural contexts; conflict and cooperation among groups; speeches and writings that impact civic life.
• Ideal for Black History Month or Diversity Awareness.

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.