Ferdinand the Bull

Adaptation and lyrics by Karen Zacariats
Music by Deborah Wicks La Puma
Based on the book The Story of Ferdinand
By Munro Leaf and Robert Lawson

Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Octagon Stage

November 4th and 5th at 10am
November 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 30, December 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 at 9:30 and 11:30

All Ferdinand wants is to sit in his field and smell the flowers. All Danilo wants is to dance. But Danilo's father, the Duke, has other ideas, and so into the bullring they go. This sweet and funny musical, based on Munro Leaf's classic children's story, teaches important lessons about being true to yourself. Ferdinand the Bull is a wonderful introduction to understanding and fostering pride in one's culture while respecting others.

Ferdinand Study Guide
Ferdinand Activity Guide

A Christmas Story

Adaptation by Philip Grecian from the words of Jean Shepherd

Grades 3 - 12.
Festival Stage

CALL FOR AVAILABILITY

Oh fudge! Yes, it's that Christmas story, complete with little Randy's oversized snowsuit, the Old Man's leg lamp, and, of course, Ralphie's Red Ryder BB gun. We triple-dog dare you to bring out the whole clan to spend a hilarious holiday with a family even more wild and whacky than yours. A Christmas Story is based on the classic and beloved 1983 movie.

All schoolfest performances of A Christmas Story are full at this time. Please call 1.800.841.4273 option 3 to be placed on a waiting list.

A Christmas Story Study and Activity Guide

Harriet's Return

by Karen Jones Meadows

Grades 6 - 12.
Octagon Stage

High School Dates - February 10, 16, 17, 18, 26
Middle School Dates - February 11, 12, 19, 23, 24, 25

The incredible and inspiring story of Underground Railroad conductor Harriet Tubman comes to life in this amazing one-woman show, in which playwright and actress Karen Jones Meadows plays more than 30 characters. This engaging production is perfect for Black History Month as it celebrates the courage and victories of one of America's greatest heroes.

The Fall of the House

by Robert Ford

Grades 11 - 12.
Octagon Stage

April 14, 15, 21, 22

The spirit of Edgar Allan Poe haunts this mind-bending new play that brings together magic, betrayal, forbidden love, tragic accidents, secret documents and familial bonds that span 150 years. Set in the first half of the nineteenth century and jumping back and forth to the present, The Fall of the House explores the effects of family history and how the cracks in its foundation can push those who come after toward the dark or the light.
Recommended for grades 11 & 12 due to mature themes.

Hamlet

By William Shakespeare

Grades 7 - 12.
Festival Stage

January 27, 28, 29
February 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19
March 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26
April 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 29

In what many consider to be Shakespeare's greatest tragedy, Denmark's sweet prince suffers the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune as he seeks to avenge the murder of his father, poisoned by Hamlet's conniving uncle. The bodies pile up as his revenge takes its toll on the innocent as well as the guilty.

All's Well That Ends Well

By William Shakespeare

Grades 7 - 12.
Festival Stage

March 3, 4, 5, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24
April 27, 28

Helena is smart, brave, talented ... and in love with a man who's just not that into her. But she's willing to do whatever it takes to win his heart - be it risk the wrath of a king, cross battle lines or fake her own death. Because after all, all's well that ends well.
Recommended for grades 7 - 12.

How to Register for an ALFA SchoolFest Performance

Registration Instructions: Fill out the ALFA Schoolfest Application completely, providing all contact information. All requests are processed in the order in which they are received. The Alabama Shakespeare Festival is not responsible for illegible faxes, registrations that are detained, or correspondences lost in the mail.

Registrations are accepted by mail or Fax:

Mail to:
ALFA SchoolFest
Alabama Shakespeare Festival
1 Festival Drive
Montgomery, Alabama 36117

FAX to:
(334) 271-5348

Alfa SchoolFest group sales Manager:
Andy Collins
1-(800)-841-4273 (option 3)
(334)-271-5345
acollins@asf.net

Payment Instruction:
A purchase order is required within 2 weeks of placing your reservation. Full payment is due 3 weeks before your performance date*. Remember we seat by when the reservation is paid, not when the reservation is placed. Please make checks payable to ASF and include the order number with your payment. Upon receipt of your PO, The Alabama Shakespeare will send you an invoice to the contact person. Registrations not paid may be canceled.

* If for any reason you need an extension, please keep us informed, we want you to be able to expose your students to our productions.

Cancellation Policy:
In the event you must cancel your reservation or reduce the size of your group please do so no less than 6 weeks before the performance date. The Alabama Shakespeare Festival offers no refunds.

For more information contact:
Andy Collins
ALFA SchoolFest Sales Manager
334-271-5345
acollins@asf.net

ASF House Rules and Theatre Etiquette

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ASK AUDIENCE MEMBERS TO LEAVE (AND NOT RETURN) IF THEY BECOME DISRUPTIVE.

We ask that you review the following information with your students prior to coming to the theatre.

1. Students should use the restrooms upon arrival. Students should know that if they leave the theatre while the performance is in progress, they may not be allowed back inside the theatre
2. Do not eat or chew gum during the performance. Food and drinks are not allowed in the theatre.
3. Do not place your feet on the chair in front of you, on the stage or balcony railing.
4. NO CAMERAS OR RECORDING DEVICES OF ANY KIND ARE ALLOWED IN THE THEATRE. It is against copyright laws to take photographs of any kind inside the theatre. You are welcome to take photographs on the grounds and lobbies.
5. Turn OFF and put away all electronic devises prior to entering the theatre, such as cell phones, beepers/pagers, watch alarms, iPods, video game systems, laser pointers, etc. Text messaging and game playing during the performance will not be tolerated. (If possible, please prevent your students from bringing such items with them to the theatre)
6. In live theatre, the actors can SEE AND HEAR the audience. Please be respectful of the actors by not whispering or talking during the performance.
7. Please have chaperones spaced out among your students for maximum supervision.
8. An announcement will be made to indicate the beginning of a performance and the beginning of Act 2. Please listen and return to your seats accordingly. Return to the same seat following intermission(s).
9. During the talk back please do not ask a question that you would not ask your Mother, Grandmother or Pastor's wife.
10. Applause after a well performed song or dance during a scene, after each act and at curtain call is appreciated. During curtain call do not rush to the exits. It is very rude to actors.

If an audience member deliberately interferes with an actor or the performance by tripping them or by throwing anything on the stage to create an unsafe environment before or during a performance, the performance may be discontinued and no refunds made. Future attendance by the offending school may be monitored or prohibited.

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2009-2010 SchoolFest Sponsors:

Alfa SchoolFest Program, Endowed by the Roberts and Mildred Blount Endowed SchoolFest Program for the Alabama Shakespeare Festival

Title Sponsor Alfa Insurance Companies
Sponsors Alabama Power Foundation, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Hill Crest Foundation, Shakespeare for a New Generation.
Co-Sponsor Alagasco, an Energen Company, AT&T, Hugh Kaul Foundation
Partners Ben May Charitable Trust, Central Alabama Community Foundation, Honda Manufacturing of Alabama, LLC, International Paper Company Foundation, Neptune Technology Group Inc., Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc., Publix Super Market Charities, Robert R. Meyer Foundation, Working Woman's Home Association
Patrons Gannett Foundation, Target

ASF's Shakespeare productions of Hamlet and All's Well that Ends Well are part of Shakespeare for a New Generation, a national initiative sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts in cooperation with Arts Midwest.

Didn't get into our SchoolFest Matinee Performance?

If your class can not attend a SchoolFest performance, or you have a group of friends you would like to bring to The Alabama Shakespeare Festival, you may inquire about availability and ticket prices for our public performances through Stan Thomas in our Group Sales department. 1-800-841-4273 option 2 or sthomas@asf.net

Looking for a little more culture while you're here? The Blount Cultural Park is also the home of the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts. The museum offers tours of their exhibits and ARTWORKS, its exciting participatory gallery. Please call the museum's education department at 334-240-4333, or visit their website at www.mmfa.org for more information.