“Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical” – Coming to the Civic Center theater
“Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical” will be presented on Tuesday, March 3, 2020, in the Civic Center theater. The 60-minute play, recommended for grades 4-6, explores adaptations of historical events; themes of acceptance, growth and friendship; and understanding and appreciating the differences in others.
West Plains Council on the Arts and Missouri State University-West Plains, University/Community Programs have partnered to bring this Imaginary Theater production to West Plains.
The “Squares Only” town of Rockaway turns upside down when Lily Polkadot arrives. As the first Polkadot in an all Square school, Lily faces an almost impossible task of gaining acceptance from her peers. From daily bullying to segregated drinking fountains, everything seems hopeless until Lily meets Sky, a shy Square boy whose curiosity for her different skin leads to an unexpected friendship. Inspired by the events of The Little Rock Nine, this musical serves as a colorful history lesson, reminding us that our differences make us awesome, not outcasts.
There will be two daytime performances for area elementary students free-of-charge, and an evening performance at 7:00 p.m. for the community. Organizers note the evening performance will be in a sensory-friendly format. “If you know a child who lives with sensory sensitivity, this is the perfect way to introduce the child to the theater,” said Paula Speraneo, president of the arts council.
Admission is $8.00 for adults, ages 13 and under free. Also free with Bear Pass.
Phone 417-255-7966 to book your students into the daytime performances, or email info@westplainsarts.org for further information.
This event is co-sponsored by Missouri State University-West Plains, University/Community Programs, and the West Plains Council on the Arts, with partial funding provided by the Missouri Arts Council, a stage agency.
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