Young Audiences

Young Audiences

Abilene Public Library

Young Audience performances are sponsored
by Abilene Public Library and Young Audiences of Abilene.
The programs are geared for school-age children (7-up) & present a variety of subjects.
Younger children are asked to attend the storytime in the children's storyroom.
All performances will be in the library auditorium.
Please note that strollers are NOT allowed in the auditorium during these performances.

Mister MarkMister Mark
What They Hear Is What They Get... Or Is It?

June 9 - 10:45 & 3:00
As a former teacher, Mark places a premium on the educational content of his material. He also recognizes that kids learn best when they enjoy the learning process. Every Mister Mark show is packed with interactive games, dance, humor, and easy-to-sing choruses. But just beneath the surface of the songs are lessons – character lessons, science lessons, history lessons, literary lessons – that the kids, whether they realize it or not, will carry with them long after the show is over.

Mark SheltonMark Shelton
Strike, Scrape,& Shake Show

June 23 - 10:45 & 3:00
Entertaining and Educational! Mark treats the crowd to high energy expert playing on several members of the percussion family. They audience gets into the act with a little “hambonin,” as Mark talks about the history of percussion. Instruments include Roto-Toms, a Snare Drum, Spoons, Hammered Dulcimer, Handsonic, Cymbals, Doumbec, and Hang. Lots of sound! Lots of variety! Lots of FUN!

Storybook Theatre presents
The New Little Red Riding Hood

July 7 - 10:45 & 3:00
Everyone knows Little Red Riding Hood, but THIS Little Red is a little different! Join the fun with this classic story as the performers emphasize the importance of character traits, along with a splash of environmental awareness. Complete with songs & puppets, this story is a winner!

Dan Egger-Belandria
World Rhythm Synergy

July 21 - 10:45 & 3:00
World Rhythm Synergy is a high-energy multicultural event that infuses explosive drumming with meaningful group participation for students. Percussionist Dan Egger-Belandria shows children how they are connected, both culturally and musically. From Africa to the Caribbean to Central and North America, this is a musical field trip that kids will enjoy while learning. Along the way, they will have an opportunity to explore various African, Afro-Cuban and Caribbean rhythms and instruments. This bilingual program will have them playing, dancing, even rapping! Best for ages 6 and up.

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