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Recommended  for Grades 3 - 12  Study Guide Available Geared towards junior and senior high school students who read Othello, Macbeth, and Hamlet - text from Shakespeare's masterpieces are transformed into fresh and dynamic jazz songs. Curriculum Connections: Fine Arts: Physical Theatre and Music, English, History, Creative Writing, and Drama Contact Molly Campbell (molly.campbell@pennyroyalarts.org) to make reservations for this School Day program.

TEXT FROM SHAKESPEARE’S MASTERPIECES ARE TRANSFORMED INTO FRESH AND DYNAMIC JAZZ SONGS THAT HAVE AUDIENCES SINGING ALONG IN SHEER DELIGHT. Shakespeare in Jazz is an engaging, participatory celebration of Shakespeare's work, offering an exciting new way to experience the his genius. Great for those discovering his plays for the first time and for Shakespeare aficionados alike! Throughout the concert, audience members will join Daniel's jazz group, featuring an amazing jazz vocalist, as they sing along to catchy, original songs based…

Showings available at 9:30 AM & 12:00 PM Recommended for Grades K - 5 Study Guide Available In this musical, Judy Moody and Stink, the dynamic sister and brother duo take audiences on a hilarious adventure. Judy Moody and Stink are the perfect pair for their imperfect capers that lead to fun, mystery, sibling rivalry, and, in the end, true friendship. Curriculum Connections: Conflict Resolution, Family Relationships, Language/Communication Skills, Literature-Based, Musical, Values-Based Contact Molly Campbell (molly.campbell@pennyroyalarts.org) to reserve seats at…

Showings Available at 9:30 AM & 12:00 PM Recommended for Grades PreK - 2 Study Guide Available An irresistible holiday treat featuring colorful giant puppets in a lavish new production inspired by Eric Carle's beloved stories, including Dream Snow, Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? and, of course, The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Curriculum Connections: Language Arts - Literacy, Vocabulary, Poetry Colors Earth Sciences - Butterfly Life Cycle, Firefly Life Cycle, Animals Math - Numbers, Counting Problem Solving Social Skills - Friendships Contact Molly…

The residency week is open to all students in all area school district. Continuing the tradition, actors come prepared with costumes, sets, and scripts. All they need is the cast! COMMUNITY PERFORMANCE: Saturday, January 18 at 4pm at the Alhambra Theatre "Dress for success" is good advice that the Emperor takes whole-heartedly, wanting to impress new friends. But where to stop? When the clothes (and other people's opinions) become more important than the people of the kingdom, trouble brews. RESERVE YOUR TICKETS…

Showings Available at 9:30 AM & 12:00 PM Recommended for Grades 3 - Adult Study Guide Available One of Black History's most influential Civil Rights Leaders, the life and story of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is one of both triumph and tragedy. Learn how Dr. King came to be such an influential leader in this dramatic show. Curriculum Connections: Conflict Resolution, Language/Communication Skills, Literature-Based, Values-Based, Black History, Social Studies Contact Molly Campbell (molly.campbell@pennyroyalarts.org) to reserve seats at this school…

RECEPTION & REWARDS - MARCH 5th @ 5 PM March is Youth Art Month in Hopkinsville! The Pennyroyal Arts Council asks teachers from all public, private, and homeschools in the area to submit a collection of their students' work for a month-long exhibit. This art will be on display in the Hopkinsville Community College Auditorium Gallery for your viewing pleasure during regular business hours.

Showings Available at 9:30 AM & 12:00 PM Recommended for Grades 2 – 8 The world was a different place when Issac Newton had that apple drop on his head. The English mathematician, astronomer, scientist, author and physicist developed the principles of modern physics, including the laws of motion. Follow along with Newton as he uses scientific methods to conduct experiments and make discoveries that changed the world. Curriculum Connections: Language Arts, History, Science, Social Studies, Biography, Music, World Studies…

Showings Available at 9:30 AM & 12:00 PM Recommended for Grades K - 5 Study Guide Available A fun-filled musical featuring Coach Swamp. Considered by all to be "the meanest substitute teacher in the whole world," Coach Swamp applies her trademark discipline to the players' training, demanding tough exercises and no back talk. In the end, the team changes their attitude, pulls together, sharpens their skills, and manages to win the biggest game of the year. Curriculum Connections: Language Arts,…