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Big Top is Big News
With Christmas just days away, New Year’s Eve planning is on the minds of many.
Because of economic concerns, however, Champaign and dancing ’til dawn may not be on the radar this year. With Christmas just days away, New Year’s Eve planning is on the minds of many. Because of economic concerns, however, Champaign and dancing ’til dawn may not be on the radar for many of us this year.
Plus, if you’re reading this on KidDilly, there’s a good chance you’re wanting to include your family in your New Year’s celebrations.
Thanks to Scranton’s First Night 2010 , there is big fun to the rescue!
People from around our region will gather to welcome a new year and a new decade.
This year’s theme is Under the Big Top! As expected, there promises to be something for everyone. The schedule boasts 30 acts, activities and events, all leading up to the evening’s grand finale – a spectacular fireworks display at midnight.
The Zany Umbrella Circus will headline the evening, featuring folk artistry, puppetry, street theater, circus acts, music and much more. Kelly B. Gormly of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review once called their show “a quirky acrobatic circus.” She went on to say, “The entertaining charm of the visual effects captivates children, but adults are not immune to it either.”
Keeping with the fun of the circus theme, there will also be musical acts, face painting, magic by Christopher and crafts for kids, just to scratch the surface.
The good news is that going Under the Big Top won’t mean going over the family budget. Admission to all the fun can be purchased in the form of a $10 button.
Once Upon a Time . . . Things Aren’t Always What They Seem
The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple will present “Fractured Fairytales” as part of the Citizens’ Voice Children’s Series on Saturday, February 7 at 10 am.
What exactly are fractured fairytales, you ask?
Well, they’re just like regular fairytales, but with a twist!
What if the witch in your favorite bedtime story ended up to be really nice after all?
Or, what if a beautiful princess kissed a handsome prince and he turned into a slimy, green frog?
We’re sure whatever storylines “Fractured Fairytales” decides to peruse, the result with be hysterical. The KidDilly team is guessing it is going to be an all around great time for the entire family.
In addition to the show, there will be a special Wiggles and Giggles parent/child craft workshop. Attendees of the workshop will craft a special project and later enjoy VIP seating at the show.
Tickets are available by calling Ticketmaster Charge-By-Phone:
1-800-745-3000
And while you’re at home pondering the possible twists and turns that will be performed on Saturday, why not write down your best guess and enter the “Write Your Own Fractured Fairytale” contest?
Send your story to Info@ScrantonCulturalCenter by Thursday at noon. Winners will be announced by 5 PM Thursday and will recieve two tickets to the “Fractured Fairytales” performance on Saturday.
See you at the show!
Allie
