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Popcorn Theatre 2010
Making Family Traditions
Summer Theatre wouldn't be complete without a set of lively offerings for the young and the young at heart. Mixed with some juice and pocorn, autographs after the show and you have the makings of great family traditions and the fun of Tibbits Popcorn Theatre.
Popcorn Theatre opens June 18 with Goldilocks and the Three Bears. The classic story comes to life with a refreshing twist and turn through dance and comedy. Goldilocks stumbles on the home of a family of Bears in the deep woods and causes comic mayhem.
Lots of fun is in store with The Emperor's New Clothes which opensJuly 2. Peter, the mischievous tailor, comes up with a sure-fire get-rich-quick scheme to embarrass the vain Emperor and make off with a basket of gold.
On July 16 everyone will enjoy Little Red Riding Hood and The Three Little Pigs. The two cautionary tales are woven into a lively performance where the audience helps the Three Pigs build their homes and aids Little Red escape the clutches of the big, bad, but funny, wolf.
After last year's popularity, Abracadabra Magic Show will return July 30. A fun-filled and magical show from the Magic Capital of the World -- Colon, MI. Each performance features a different artist and his unique illusions. Come be amazed and amused at the illusions of Rick Fisher, Christian Hill, Rodney Palmer and Alan Kazam.
All shows run for two weekends, Friday and Saturday at 10 am. Tickets are $7 and include popcorn and juice at intermission. They go on sale in April. |
Kuungana Drum & Dance Co.
Kevin Collins is a name many in the area may recognize as he's performed in the schools, at churches, festivals and even the Branch Area Career Center numerous times over the past 7 years. In April as part of Tibbits Young Audiences' school programming Kevin will appear at a half a dozen schools with his drums and charismatic presentation. He teaches the African culture while instilling great lessons on hard work and self esteem. We'll conclude his stay with a performance by his Kuungana Drum & Dance Co.
Costumes, dance, rhythm and drums evoke the traditions of West Africa. Audiences will see, hear and feel the music and energy of the performance.
Part of Celebrating Cultural Connections, there will be an opportunity to see and learn about many different cultures in the Tibbits Art Gallery prior to the show. For
more inf ormation go to Entertainment.
To reserve a spot go to
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Join & Save
DID YOU KNOW...you can save $2 on each of the tickets you order for our four main shows this summer just by becoming members of the Tibbits Opera Foundation? Our members enjoy savings not only during the summer months but on many of our other events too. For further information or to donate on line go to Membership or call Carol Coyle at (517) 278-6029. Also, businesses can receive marketing benefits through Tibbits corporate membership.
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Kudos & Memorials
Kudos to all 48 students and our high school assistants involved with the Tibbits Young Audiences (TYA) production of "Doo Wop Wed Widing Hood." Also a sincere thank you to the team who puts it together...Lois Voss, Jayne Lillis, Diane Harmon, Waive Wardwell, Kathleen Farren and all of the parents who help.
Congratulations to Jacob Covert, a member of Tibbits Teen Advisory Board and a TYA participant. He was recognized as a Legg Middle School Student of the Month for February.
Samuel Homer Cole
Aug. 10, 1935 - March 5, 2010 Tibbits lost a dear friend with the passing of Sam Cole. Sam worked for the theatre for nearly 20 years keeping the building going, the shows lit, the boiler on and the music playing. He was a resourceful man who managed to fix things sometimes with only a wish and a prayer. He was a dear man and he will be sorely missed by many. | |
Calendar
Do Wop Wed Widing Hood
Tibbits Young Audiences
Sponsored by Kiwanis
March 18, 20, 7:30 pm
Branch Co. Comm. Band
March 26, 7:30 pm
Volunteer Reception
Tibbits Boosters
April 13
Kuungana Drum & Dance Co.
Tibbits Entertainment Series
Consumer's Credit Union
April 16 7 pm
"Little Women"
Coldwater High School
April 22-24 7 pm
"Frozen Fear Silent Stigma"
Patricia Densmore
May 6 7 pm
"Cabaret Concert"
Branch Co Community Chorus
May 8 7 pm
"Grease"
Legg Middle School
May 13, 14 7 pm
Dance Recital
Dance Factory
May 22 7 pm
"Our Town"
Branch Co Community Theatre
May 27, 28, 29 8 pm
Recital
Performing Arts School
June 5
Tibbits Summer Theatre
47th Professional Theatre Season
June 24 - Aug. 14
"On Broadway: A Modern Songbook"
"Crazy for You"
"Run For Your Wife"
"The 25th Annual Putnam County
Popcorn Theatre
June 18 - Aug. 7
"Goldilocks and the Three Bears"
"The Emperor's New Clothes"
"Little Red Riding Hood and the Three
Little Pigs"
"Abracadabra Magic Show"
Annual Golf Tournament
Golf Club of Coldwater
July 12
You can also see the Branch County Community Calendar for other events in the area at Community Calendar. |
Tax Day
Support the Arts in Michigan
New this year, as you fill out your Michigan income tax forms, Michigan Council for the Arts Foundation is included on Form 4642, "Voluntary Contributions Schedule." Contributions to this fund benefit local grant programs that help keep quality arts and cultural programs thriving in our communities. |
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