Programs
These programs are provided by a mixture of professional performers, troupes and specialized entertainment companies. For more detail on programs, click on the details link at the end of the description.
Pontus Players
Presented by: Jill Johnson
| Classification: | Show |
| Age appropriate: | 8 years and up |
| Number of participants: | Classroom to auditorium |
| Running time: | 45-60 minutes |
The Pontus Players are an all-ages theatre company that performs legends from around the world. The Pontus players appreciate that these age old stories provided insights into nature, local geography, morals and culture and sharing them, in a contemporary upbeat and humorous way not only makes these stories accessible to present-day audience but provides a background into many cultures that have influenced us to this day.
Performance and Workshops
Before the performance even begins the students are engrossed in all aspects of the theatrical process through prop, set and costumes making, while at the same time learning about the culture and geography these legends originated.
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TABLE DESCRIPTION
Classification
- Show: An entertaining show for your overall enjoyment
- Workshop & Entertaining Show: Children work together creating elements of the production and then get
- Workshop & Performing: Children get to work various elements to prepare forthe show in groups and then they perform.
Age appropriate
Age appropriate defines the age that would best appreciate this program.
Number of Participants
- Classroom: 20 to 35 people
- Auditorium: as many that can fit into an auditorium, usually upwards of 400 people
Running time
- 45-60 minutes: considered an hour in total time
- Half day: either morning or afternoon minus breaks
- Full day: the whole day minus breaks and time for getting ready
- Week: Monday to Friday