FAIRFIELD, CT - There is still space available for kids of all ages to come and explore theatre with activities during February vacation 2012 at the Fairfield Museum and History Center. An array of exciting programs, including sketching of costumes and set designs; making mixed media masks, improvisation and so much more are open to various ages. Details are below. And pick up a Scavenger Hunt for a family-friendly activity.
And there are ongoing exhibitions on view in the Museum’s galleries. Bravo! A Century of Theatre in Fairfield County continues through April 1st . Come see the stars in your own backyard. Visitors will discover Connecticut’s theatrical history, a legacy that dates from the 19th century to the present.
Here are the February vacation programs and we encourage reservations through our web site.
Sketching Theatre
Tuesday, February 21
with artist and illustrator Deborah Bassino
10am – 12pm Workshop for ages 8 – 13
$25; Members, $20
Learn sketching techniques inspired by the rich and glorious costumes and set designs in the theatre exhibition.
Mad Masks
Wednesday, February 22
10am – 12pm Workshop for ages 6 – 10
$15; Members, $10
Create a mixed media mask inspired by the costumes and creatures in the Bravo! theatre exhibition, like Egyptian gods, feathered headdresses, donkeys and lions!
Theatre Explorers
Wednesday, February 22
1pm – 3pm Workshop for ages 6 – 10
$15; Members, $10
Dive in to our costume trunk and explore fun theatre games, playwriting, improv and more in the Bravo! theatre exhibition.
*Consider a Wednesday all-day option: $35; Members, $30, includes both workshops and a staff-supervised lunch break. Please bring a peanut-free lunch.
Explore the history and adventures of the historical American Girl dolls, including the new pair from New Orleans, Marie-Grace Gardner and Cécile Rey, who lived in 1853. Learn about the fascinating culture of New Orleans and the French traditions that were adapted in America. We’ll make mardi gras masks, inspired by a fancy masquerade ball in the storybooks. Find out about the delicious foods popular in New Orleans and create a delicious snack!
Winter Back in Time
Friday, February 24 9am – 12pm
Grades 3 – 6 Materials Fee; $30; $25 Members
Discover how boys and girls spent the dark days of winter in colonial times. Participants will get the chance to try on period costume and write their own stories with a feather pen and ink. We’ll also prepare a recipe inspired from times past.
Rapunzel
Presented by Purple Rock Productions
Friday, February 24 2:30pm
$7 adults, $5 children. Free for children 3 and under.
In this wild and wacky adaptation of the classic tale, an old washerwoman tells the story of Rapunzel, who is very clever in this version. She has learned a few tricks from the witch, especially how to "sing" things to grow. She is able to "sing" a boat into existence in order that she and the Prince can get away on the ocean. The washer woman tells the story using a variety of household objects, as well as puppets. The audience is encouraged to participate in creating the story. Contact http://www.purplerock.org/html/shows/Rapunzel.html for more information.
