2nd Grade Performance:
Go Home, River

Where does the river begin? In “Go Home, River,” a native Alaskan child and his family follow the river to its source high in the mountains. From there, they sail to the coast, watching the river grow and split until it reaches the ocean. But the river’s journey does not end there. This sweet take on the water cycle gives 2nd Grade actors a chance to play multiple roles and create the environment around them. Come along on the voyage!
4th Grade Performance: 
Some Folks Say

Travel the country through six fun folktales. “Some Folks Say” captures a variety of American cultures, from the Hawaiian islands to the wild west. We’ll meet Paul Bunyan, Brer Rabbit and even some ghosts in the White House! Hilarious, heartwarming and larger-than-life, this 4th Grade Dessert Theatre celebrates the art of storytelling, with each performer taking turns narrating and acting out the tales. Just watch out for the giant flapjack!
Your Child’s Dessert Theatre Experience in Children's School
For more than four decades, The Colorado Springs School has billed a signature theatre experience called Dessert Theatre for Kindergarten - 5th grade students. It is integrated with a robust theme of study and concentrated over several weeks. Often the topics of these grade-level plays are original scripts inspired by the curriculum the children are studying in science, history, and literature. This interdisciplinary exercise allows for complex ideas to be expressed on stage. 

The discipline of Theatre enables a child to become more in tune with his/her own unique attributes and gifts. Children are free to identify and solve problems within the rehearsal process, promoting their intellectual curiosity. They grow in their ability to express ideas clearly, helping to build confidence in their own communication skills. Theatre is a truly collaborative art form where children learn to be responsible for themselves and others. This social cooperation reinforces and motivates positive behavior, building personal integrity. The very process of developing a character challenges the child to see the world from a different point of view and teaches him/her how to bring intellect and emotion together. Plus, the art of presenting theatre engages whole minds through the genuine application of literacy and the integration of knowledge across the curriculum. 

Many alternate plans were discussed and reimagined to allow this signature experience for our students to continue with COVID mitigation practices. Students have been integral in developing their own characters and scripts for Dessert Theatre. Along with practicing on stage and enjoying their costume fittings, these classes synthesized a theme from their classroom and are bringing it to life on stage. The uncertainty of this season gave the students an opportunity to engage in Dessert Theatre in a new unique way and we are excited to share it with you. As we near the performance dates, we regrettably can not present in front of a live audience. So in conjunction with our Communication Office and a freelance videographer, we are filming the productions for a virtual premiere in the safety of your living room. In order to not cut short stage rehearsals but to still achieve time to edit the final production, the recording will be released later than the previously scheduled performance. Plus, we’ve incorporated a plan for take-home dessert and viewing the Children’s School Art Show for those who are comfortable with an on-campus viewing. 
Art Show Walkthrough & Dessert Pickup
We invite 2nd and 4th Grade families to walk through the Children’s School Art Show in the Louisa Performing Arts Center with their students and pick up dessert. These art walkthroughs are designed to occur on Thursday and Friday prior to the virtual premiere of the Dessert Theatre performances on Friday, March 5, at 6:30 p.m.

COVID Mitigations & Precautions: 
  • Please enter through the upper doors of the Louisa Performing Arts Center. 
  • Guests must complete the daily health screening form and temp check at the door. 
  • Immediate family only for a total of 4 household family members at a time. 
  • Masks must be worn at all times. 
  • Use hand sanitizer available before entry.
  • Screening with temp and sign up of members visiting (just to make sure we've captured names in case contact tracing was needed).
  • Distancing maintained between family parties must be maintained at 8 feet or more, no mingling or socializing.
  • Abide by time slot. 
  • Exterior doors will be kept open to allow for proper ventilation.
  • A table display will feature a pre-packaged “take-home” dessert to enjoy during the virtual premiere.
Classroom teachers will keep students in the classroom until your family's timeslot that day. It is recommended to park and walk-up to the classroom door as part of this time will be during dismissal. Please arrive 10 minutes early to collect your child and their belongings and make the walk over to the Lousia Performing Arts Center.
4th GRADE FAMILY SIGN-UPS
Thursday, March 4, 2021

3:00-3:10 - 3 families
3:10-3:20 - 3 families
3:20-3:30 - 3 families
3:30-3:40 - 3 families
3:40-3:50 - 3 families
3:50-4:00 - 3 families
2nd GRADE FAMILY SIGN-UPS
Friday, March 5, 2021

3:00-3:10 - 3 families
3:10-3:20 - 3 families
3:20-3:30 - 3 families
3:30-3:40 - 3 families
3:40-3:50 - 3 families
3:50-4:00 - 3 families
Friday, March 5, 2021, 6:30 p.m. - Showtime! 

Watch the filmed production of the 2nd and 4th Grade performances from the comfort of your living room. We will share out a join link to gain the feeling of a shared community experience and live audience. Families will be given a link to share with grandparents, extended family, and friends who wish to enjoy the performances. The performance will also be uploaded to YouTube and shared out in the event your family can not attend the synchronous viewing time.
Next show: Kindergarten & 1st Grade

We will continue to monitor health and safety guidelines and aim for Kindergarten and 1st Grade to be in rehearsal during March with a virtual premiere on THURSDAY, MARCH 18, 2021.
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