Engage your students through literature-based theatre! Northbrook Theatre
3323 Walters Avenue, Northbrook nbparks.org | 847-291-2995
Northbrook Theatre for Young Audiences
Presented by Professional Actors and Artists at Northbrook Theatre 3323 Walters Avenue, Northbrook
What is included in a group booking? • Complimentary study guides • Q & A with the cast (10 minutes) • Discounted ticket price of $12 • One complimentary chaperone ticket for every 10 paid tickets • Handling fees waived • A live, musical performance!
How do I arrange a group booking? Fill out a group booking form at nbparks.co/NTYAfieldtrips
Our Shows
Field trips to our theatre allow students to experience diverse, educational and entertaining, productions that reinforce classroom curriculum, while fostering an understanding of and appreciation for theatre arts. Group sales must include 15 or more students.
Ages 5+ Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus Price: $12 per student Run Time: 60 mins, no intermission Book and Lyrics by: Mo Willems Music by: Deborah Wicks La Puma Directed by: Jeff Mills Educational Connection: Literature Based, Responsibility November 21, 22, 28, 29 at 10am It’s not easy being the Pigeon – you never get to do ANYTHING! But when the Bus Driver has a crisis that threatens to make her passengers (gasp!) late, maybe that wily bird CAN do something.
Ages 5+ Naked Mole Rat Gets
Dressed: The Rock Experience Price: $12 per student Run Time: 60 mins, no intermission Book by: Mo Willems and Mr. Warbuton Lyrics by: Mo Willems | Music By: Deborah Wicks La Puma Directed by: Kathleen Sullivan Coombs Educational Connection: Literature Based, Self-Acceptance January 30, 31, February 6, 7 at 10am Additional dates and times available by request Wilbur and all his fellow naked mole rats in the Tunnel have always been, well...naked. Wondering what other possibilities are out there, Wilbur discovers a love for clothing and style. When word of his new passion turns the Tunnel upside down, he proves to everyone that there’s no need to be just like everyone else.
Ages 4–10 Across the Sand: A
Passover Theatrical Experience Price: $12 per student Run Time: 60 mins, no intermission Book and Lyrics by: Jonathan Shmidt Chapman Music by: Ty Citerman Directed by: Jonathan Shmidt Chapman Educational Connection: Multiculturalism, Interaction, Understanding April 17, 18, 24, 25 at 10am Designed for children and families (best for ages 4 to 10 and their families), this immersive theatrical experience will bring the story of Passover to life using performance, live music, and sensory storytelling. Audiences will be seated in the round at long tables, and the action will unfold all around them. The performance includes moments of sensory engagement between the performer and audience members.
Northbrook Theatre for Young Audiences is produced in association with
Produced by Northbrook Park District
Thank you to our NTYA Sponsor