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Welcome to the Mayo Performing Arts Center! Dear Friends, Each season, we look forward to exceeding your expectations and to bringing the best of the performing arts to Morristown. We hope you will agree that we’ve met the challenge once again for the 2013-2014 season. This year we are excited to offer our most diverse, entertaining and exciting season to date, featuring world-class headliners, fantastic theatre performances just off Broadway and innovative artists representing the best of the performing arts. We strive to provide you with a superior experience from the moment you purchase your tickets to when you leave our venue. Our current lobby renovations are designed to enhance your visit. We are thrilled to expand the number of restroom facilities, open a new box office, promote events on our electronic marquee and redo our Starlight Walkway. Work on the elevator to the balcony lobby, and our downstairs lobby is ongoing. We appreciate your patience as we complete the transformation of our facility into one of the most beautiful state of-the-art venues in the state to experience the arts. Our lobby renovations, as well as the general operation of our non-profit performing arts center, could not be accomplished without your support. We would like to thank all of our Starlight Society members, general membership, foundations, local businesses, major corporations and government entities that help us sustain the performing arts in Morristown for over 200,000 patrons, including over 40,000 children annually. We would like to thank our Board of Trustees, our dedicated staff and our devoted volunteers for their tireless work and exceptional efforts. All of this hard work has earned the Mayo Performing Arts Center attention. According to Pollstar Magazine’s mid-year attendance report, MPAC is ranked as the 37th most-visited Performing Arts Center for the first half of 2013. NJ Biz has honored us as one of the top 20 tourist attractions in New Jersey. And, we appreciate the many complimentary reviews and comments that many of you post about your experiences here. We hope to see you here often throughout the season. Enjoy the performance! Sincerely,
Joseph M. Goryeb Chairman, Board of Trustees
Allison Larena President & CEO
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CHILDREN’S MATINEES Pinkalicious
Sunday, February 9, 2014 at 11 am, 1:30 pm and 4 pm A girl finds herself in a colorful predicament after her indulgence in too many pink cupcakes causes a severe case of Pinkititis! Ages 4-12 $12-$15
The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Eric Carle Favorites
Tuesday, March 25, 2014 at 4 pm Follow the wonderful adventures of a tiny caterpillar as he progresses to a butterfly in this delightful tale based on the book by Eric Carle. Plus other tales, including “Little Cloud” and “The Mixed-up Chameleon.” Ages 4-8 $12
Are You My Mother?
Wednesday, April 2, 2014 at 4 pm Baby Bird emerges from her shell alone and embarks on a whimsical adventure to find her mother in this musical based on the popular book. Ages 4-8 $12
The Ugly Duckling and The Tortoise and the Hare
Sunday, April 13, 2014 at 1:30 pm and 4 pm Lightwire Theater uses dazzling visuals, black light effects, music and choreography to literally bring these two classic children’s tales into a new and brilliant light. Ages 4-8 $12-$15
New Jersey Ballet: Cinderella
Sunday, May 18, 2014 at 1:30 pm and 4 pm The classic fairy tale comes to life with lavish sets and costumes, performed with New Jersey Ballet’s original “storyteller” narration so little children can follow the story. Ages 4 and up $15-$25
AS SEEN ON PBS Dinosaur Train Live! Buddy’s Big Adventure
Sunday, January 26, 2014 at 1:30 pm and 4:30 pm Join Buddy, Tiny, Shiny, Don and their friends and family in this upbeat, interactive, multi-media adventure that transports you back to an age when dinosaurs roamed the earth....and rode in trains! Ages 2-6 $15-$30
Sid the Science Kid - Live
Sunday, April 27, 2014 at 1:30 pm and 4:30 pm Join Sid and his friends as they discover the excitement and curiosities of the world with you! With mysteries to explain and wonders to discover, Sid and his friends set off on a fun-filled day of excitement and adventure, asking curious questions and finding cool answers. Ages 2-6 $15-$30
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COOL FOR KIDS Masters of Illusion
Saturday, February 8, 2014 at 7:30 pm All new masters—all new illusions! The Masters of Illusion return with an all-new show featuring comedic magicians, daring escape artists and beautiful dancers who amaze with magic that has to been seen to be believed! Ages 6 and up $39-$69 Limited Tickets Available
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
Friday, February 28, 2014 at 7 pm; Saturday, March 1, 2014 at 1 pm and 7 pm Experience the romance and enchantment of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast! Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this classic musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes, and dazzling production numbers including “Be Our Guest” and the beloved title song. Ages 5 and up $49-$79
The Golden Dragon Acrobats present Cirque Ziva
Saturday, March 8, 2014 at 3 pm and 7:30 pm This unique cirque spectacular showcases traditional Chinese acrobats who dazzle with amazing feats of athleticism, daring heartstopping stunts and the grace of their centuries-old art form. Ages 5 and up $19-$39 Sponsored by:
ErthTM: Dinosaur Zoo
Tuesday, April 8, 2014 at 4 pm Take a journey back to prehistoric times and meet an amazing selection of dinosaurs that come alive through incredible puppetry as children get to interact with these marvelous creatures in an unforgettable, one-of-a-kind experience. Ages 5 and up $12-$15
Scooby Doo Live!
Friday, April 18, 2014 at 1 pm and 4 pm Jeepers! This hilarious live production based on the cartoon features groovy musical numbers and outrageous antics that will have audiences on the edge of their seats like only Scooby can do! Ages 3 and up $29-$59
Tap Factory
Friday, May 9, 2014 at 8 pm The ultimate tap experience! This high-energy dance and music spectacular blends music, percussion, tap dance and hip hop into a tremendously visual, dynamic celebration of tap for all ages. Ages 5 and up $29-$59
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TEENS AND FAMILIES Tao: Phoenix Rising
Friday, March 28, 2014 at 8 pm Traditional Japanese drumming with a 21st century attitude! This sizzling performance combines explosive Taiko drumming, innovative choreography and extraordinary athleticism into a dynamic new take on an ancient Asian art form. “Powerful, dynamic and unique” — Time Out $19-$39
Bring It On
Friday, May 2, 2014 at 8 pm This musical from the Tony-winning creators of Avenue Q, In the Heights and Next to Normal tells the story of the challenges and bonds formed through extreme cheerleading! Featuring a colorful crew of characters, an exciting fresh sound and explosive aerial stunts, this all new story is sure to be everything you hoped for and nothing like you expected. “Impossible to resist!” -- NY Times $39-$69
New Jersey Ballet: Ballet on Broadway
Saturday, May 17, 2014 at 8 pm From Kiss Me Kate to Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, New Jersey Ballet presents some of the Broadway’s most memorable dance sequences, set to the music of Sondheim, Gershwin and others. $29-$59
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PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL WANT TO SING? • WANT TO ACT? WANT TO HAVE LOTS OF FUN? Register for Performing Arts Classes. Classes in musical theatre, acting, improvisation and vocal technique are available for children ages 5-18. Evening adult vocal classes are available as well. Classes begin in September, January and July. Click on the Education tab on mayoarts.org for details. Or call the PAS hotline at 973-539-0345, Ext. 6582.
COMING IN MAY Hairspray May 30 - June 1 The 1950’s are out and change is in the air! HAIRPSRAY, winner of 8 Tony Awards including Best Musical, is a family friendly musical piled bouffant high with laughter, romance, and deliriously tuneful songs.
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ABOUT OUR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS As one of New Jersey’s anchor arts institutions, Mayo Performing Arts Center education programs are critical to our mission to provide cultural enrichment for both young audiences and the general public. MPAC is committed to the extension of arts education and appreciation through theatre classes, workshops and seminars, school and community outreach programs, adult enrichment programs and teacher training. Our education programs provide significant opportunities for young people, increasing their exposure to the arts and expanding our cultural contribution to the community. Programs Include: • The Performing Arts School • The Performing Arts Company • Explorations Through the Arts schooltime performances • Music Student of the Month student recognition • Artist-in-school residencies • Professional development • Program cover contest visual arts program cover contest • Poetry Out Loud regional host • Free community pre-school programs • After school enrichment programs • Intern program
DID YOU KNOW? • MPAC educational programs touch the lives of over 35,000 school age children annually. • Our performing arts school has increased enrollment by 20% every year since its inception in 2006 and now serves over 500 students annually • Students from over 450 school groups from as far south as Cumberland County have attended Explorations events since 2008. • Over 700 students participate in artist-in-residency programs annually • Over 1,000 students have been honored as Music Students of the Month since the program’s inception. More information is available at www.mayoarts.org/education/overview.htm
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