Touring Information
Theatre-in-Motion, the touring division of Birmingham Children's Theatre, brings the magic of theater to students and families across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, as well as special appearances in New York, and Washington D.C.
From the smallest school cafeteria to the largest performing arts center, BCT travels anywhere there is an audience seeking the best in children's entertainment. Each production is guaranteed to be of the highest quality, with casts of professional adult actors, study guides for the students and teachers, stunning sets, music, and costumes.
Call (205) 458-8186 or e-mail BCT's Tour Director, Alex McConnell and bring Theatre-in-Motion to your town today!
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Theatre-In-Motion Tours 2008 - 2009
WEE FOLKS SERIES
The City Mouse and the Country Mouse
Based on Aesop’s Fables
Book and Lyrics by Jean Pierce
Music by Jay Tumminello
Montague Mouse lives in a hotel in the city, while his cousin Maudie Mae lives on a farm in the country. They both decide to visit each other, but find the new surroundings uncomfortable and scary. Come see how teamwork and understanding help Montague and Maudie find a vacation place they can both enjoy. This wonderful story teaches young children that friendship can triumph over differences in life-style.
Recommended grades: Pre K to Second
Touring October 20 - November 25, 2008
Wee Folks Production
Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Book and Lyrics by Jean Pierce
Music by Jay Tumminello
Goldilocks is a lively girl who has one big problem: she can’t keep her hands off Other People’s Things! Join us as Goldilocks gets into trouble with everything from a jewelry box to a bird’s nest and see what happens in that little cottage in the woods while the bears are out for a walk. In a new twist Goldilocks is caught on tape and is taught a lesson by the bears and the audience. She learns that unless she is invited she won’t touch Other People’s Things!
Recommended Grades: Pre K to Second
Touring March 9 - May 1, 2009
Wee Folks Production
MAINSTAGE SERIES
Rapunzel
The Brothers Grimm
Adapted by Randy Marsh
This classic fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm is sure to delight all ages. It is an enchanting portrayal of a young girl named Rapunzel and her long golden hair. Rapunzel, locked away by a wicked witch, wishes for rescue. A prince happens to hear her singing from her tower, and battles with the wicked witch Gothel to free Rapunzel. This story teaches us that the only thing to fear is fear itself.
Recommended Grades: Second to Sixth
Touring October 20th to November 25th 2008
Mainstage Production
The Snow Girl
Original Russian Folk Tale
Adapted by Michael Price Nelson
Set in a land of pure white snow and ice, this fable based on a Russian folk tale, finds the wood carver Ivanovitch and his wife Maroosha wishing for a child of their own. One night in the woods, Ivanovitch builds a snow statue of a young girl who suddenly comes to life and begins to dance. The rest of the story is told in dialogue and through dancing, with the snowgirl facing challenges and learning what it is like to be human and living in a real family. Exquisite ballet dancing and exotic Russian music transform this land of cold and ice into a warm and endearing family experience.
Recommended grades: Second thru Sixth
Touring February 16 - March 20, 2009
Mainstage Production
Wee Folks Productions Mainstage Productions
Set-up time: 2 hours Set-up time: 2 to 6 hours
Performance time: 40-50 minutes Performance time: 45 to 60 minutes
Strike time: 60 minutes Strike time: 1 to 2 hours
Audience size: not to exceed 300 Audience size: not to exceed 1000
Cast size: 4 to 5 actors Cast and Crew size: 5 to 6 actors and
1 Stage Manager
Tour Fees:
Wee Folks shows in-State starting at $800.
Mainstage shows in-State starting at $1600.
Wee Folks shows out-of-state starting at $900
Mainstage shows out-of-state starting at $1800
Additional gas and lodging fees may be required.
Additional same day shows at reduced rates.
Please contact our Tour Coordinator, Alex McConnell (205) 458-8186 or via e-mail at tour@bct123.org
