| Program Type | Performance |
| Art Form | Theatre |
| Curriculum Connections | Social and Emotional Learning | Health and Nutrition |
| Target Grades | Pre-K | K | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Testimonial
Never has health and wellness been so entertaining! Our audiences love Up In Arms and "Tortoise & Hare's Race to Health" is a wonderfully interactive and enjoyable family showcase.
~ Babette Fasolino, Education Director, The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck
~ Babette Fasolino, Education Director, The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck
Description
On your mark, get set, read! That’s what Benjamin Booksmart does to help his friend Terrence the Tortoise as he prepares for another race with Henry the Hare. A cast of colorful, fun puppet friends find different solutions, with help from books, to prepare us all for a race EVERYONE can win–becoming our HEALTHIEST SELF! Through interactive songs and movement, Benjamin and his friends will keep the audience happy, healthy and engaged! The show explores important health fundamentals such as physical activity, mental positivity and, the benefits of a diet including fresh fruits and vegetables. For ages 3 and up.
Objectives
Understand the significance of maintaining a positive mental attitude while striving for goals, without placing excessive emphasis on constantly winning.
Recognize the influence of adopting healthy choices, such as diet, exercise, and sleep, and their comprehensive impact on both our physical and mental well-being.
Recognize the influence of adopting healthy choices, such as diet, exercise, and sleep, and their comprehensive impact on both our physical and mental well-being.
Pricing Information
$1900 for one show
$2800 for two shows
$3700 for three shows
$2800 for two shows
$3700 for three shows
Video
Program Length
40 minute show, 10-15 min. additional w/ puppet demo and Q&A.
Participants
Up to 250
Technical Specifications
• Set Up: 90 mins
• Break: 20 mins
• Strike: 25-30 mins
• Program Space: Cleared stage/other space of at least 18' wide, 14' deep and 11' high. An additional 8'-12' in front of the stage for audience to sit back far enough since the puppets perform above a 6' stage height.
• Electricity/Wi-Fi: Access to electrical for our sound system
• Outside Possible: Rather not be outside. Stage is covered in fabric and backdrop is fabric and could be blown over by a gust of wind.
• Other: Full basic lighting.
• Break: 20 mins
• Strike: 25-30 mins
• Program Space: Cleared stage/other space of at least 18' wide, 14' deep and 11' high. An additional 8'-12' in front of the stage for audience to sit back far enough since the puppets perform above a 6' stage height.
• Electricity/Wi-Fi: Access to electrical for our sound system
• Outside Possible: Rather not be outside. Stage is covered in fabric and backdrop is fabric and could be blown over by a gust of wind.
• Other: Full basic lighting.