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BENJAMIN FRANKLIN: AMERICA'S FIRST CITIZEN

Monday, October 18 − Friday, October 22 • 2010


Benjamin Franklin  

APPLAUSE SERIES SCHOOL PERFORMANCE


BENJAMIN FRANKLIN: AMERICA’S FIRST CITIZEN

HISTORY'S ALIVE
 

GRADES 3-6 • CAPACITY 299
TEMPLE THEATER
 
Benjamin Franklin, the man who tamed lightening and conquered crowns, takes the stage to demonstrate how a life of self-discipline, inquiry, public service, and a genuine love of life led to international fame and the gratitude of an entire nation. In this new one-man production by Broadway veteran Patrick Garner, America’s favorite founding father tells of his many successes as a printer, author, entrepreneur, scientist, and statesman. A man of formidable intelligence and deep commitment to civic life, Ben Franklin was truly America’s first citizen.
 
CURRICULUM CONNECTIONS
Literacy 
Math
Science
Social Studies
21st Century Skills
 
CHARACTER COUNTS
Trustworthiness
Respect
Responsibility
Fairness
Citizenship

BEYOND THE PERFORMANCE

POST SHOW Q & A with actor/writer Patrick Garner following 12:30 PM performances. Free.

IN-SCHOOL ARTIST EXPERIENCE: Newsmakers Residency
Benjamin Franklin was one of the first journalists in colonial America. His understanding of the importance of the freedom of the press and his willingness to present more than one side of an issue played a key role in establishing the foundation for modern American news coverage. In this multi-day residency led by TV and radio news veteran Jay Villwock, students will have the opportunity to explore the nature of news reporting today. Students will practice conveying ideas and information by writing and then delivering their own news stories in front of a camera as if they were a TV reporter. 
o        Available: October-November, 2010
o        Duration: 60-75 minutes per session, 3 sessions per classroom
o        Capacity: One standard classroom per session (Approximately 25 students)
o        Cost: $20 per session
o        To request, contact Michelle at 515-246-2355 or mmcdonald@civiccenter.org


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Please note: all guests, regardless of age, must be included in the group reservation to be permitted into the theater. To ensure the best possible experience for all audience members, children under the age of three will not be permitted in the theater.

Grades: 3-6
Additional Materials: Study Guides


Tickets
 
SHOW DATE SHOW TIME TICKET PRICES
Monday, October 18, 2010 10:00 AM
SOLD OUT
Monday, October 18, 2010 12:30 PM
SOLD OUT
Tuesday, October 19, 2010 10:00 AM
SOLD OUT
Tuesday, October 19, 2010 12:30 PM
SOLD OUT
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 10:00 AM
SOLD OUT
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 12:30 PM
SOLD OUT
Thursday, October 21, 2010 10:00 AM
SOLD OUT
Thursday, October 21, 2010

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12:30 PM
$1.00 LIMITED AVAILABILITY (9 SEATS)
Friday, October 22, 2010 10:00 AM
SOLD OUT
Friday, October 22, 2010

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12:30 PM
$1.00 LIMITED AVAILABILITY (12 SEATS)
 

All pricing includes a Building Restoration Fee of $0.00.
All prices are subject to change without notice.
 
 
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