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Why take the kids to yet another movie when you can take them to see live theater? Not everyday, but once in a while, at least 🙂
If you read my recent overview of Freckleface The Musical, you know what a cute show it would be to take the kiddos to. My kids, ages 4 and 7, had a great time. They laughed out loud on several occasions, and the loved the cast. The show, while it does tackle the difficult issue of bullying, is very lighthearted and energetic.
Freckleface is a little girl who (in reality) is named Strawberry, but is taunted for her freckles. The show follows a few days in the life of seven-year-old Strawberry, from school, to ballet class, and home. In ballet class, we see that even the most “perfect” of children have problems fitting in and feeling good about themselves.
Strawberry, who we know is being teased by her classmates for having red hair and freckles, is dealing with the issue of being bullied- but the show’s take on the subject is not too aggressive for young children to watch, and is not scary in any way. Most of it is silly, in fact. The other “children” in the show are portrayed as her friends- just insensitive ones. (Note- all actors are adults.) Strawberry feels different from the other children and will try many things to be rid of her freckles, from soap to a ski mask- before she learns that her friends really love her for who she is, and she learns that she likes herself, as well. She also learns that all kids feel different sometimes.
This would be a great show for any children, and is aimed at kids from 4-12 years old. It’s a great way to introduce young children to the theater, or to keep them interested from a young age. I think the message is great, and kids need to learn to love themselves and each other. Of course, no show will be able to do this alone- so you as the parent need to constantly reinforce this at home (and at school, teachers and classroom aids). The show is not preachy at all- it’s fun and lively. So go and have a wonderful day!
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Sounds like a cute show!
Sounds like a great show.
This looks like an awesome show.. too cute..you did a great job in the review.
Minta
my kids have been to see the Nutcracker in the theater but that is about it. Thanks for the info!
What fun!! Seems like such a cute play!!
This looks so cute! I would love to be able to check it out and I think my kids would love it! You have great pics and a great review!
That is one of my biggest worries with my son! He is very sweet and easy going person. This sounds like a great play!!
What cute pictures. I think this would be great for elementary kids.
Looks like it would be great for grade school kids too…lovin the pics 🙂
Sounds great. Love the photos
Sounds like a great show!
How much fun! I love theater shows and hope if I start my daughter at a young age, she will too.
This sounds like a great show for elementary and preschool aged children! Our local theater, in addition to traditional adult shows, hosts a kids theater series each season. It’s been a wonderful way to introduce my kids to the theater and help instill an appreciation of the arts!
Great review, sounds like it was a good show! Glad your kids had fun (:
Loved the photos and it sounds so much fun! Love it!!!