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FAMILY & VARIETY<br />
Community Cabaret<br />
Be the STAR you know you are. This performance allows 20 singers, dancers,<br />
and comedians to have their 5 minutes <strong>of</strong> fame on the Willow <strong>The</strong>atre<br />
stage! Participants are required to register in advance at the front desk <strong>of</strong><br />
the Community Center.<br />
Date: 213214-A1 Wednesday, Jan 25<br />
resident registration begins 12/28<br />
non-resident registration begins 1/04<br />
Date: 213214-A2 Wednesday, Mar 14<br />
resident registration begins 2/15<br />
non-resident registration begins 2/22<br />
Date: 213214-A3 Wednesday, May 16<br />
resident registration begins 4/18<br />
non-resident registration begins 4/25<br />
Time: 7:30pm<br />
Cost: $5 per person<br />
Tickets go on sale one week prior to show<br />
Mothers and Daughters<br />
Especially for Mother’s Day<br />
Presented by Words…Alive!<br />
<strong>The</strong> relationship between mothers and daughters is unique; always complex<br />
and forever fascinating. In varied and lively selections that range from<br />
Erma Bombeck to Anne Sexton, from Phyllis McGinley to Marge Piercy, all<br />
the many facets <strong>of</strong> the relationship are explored. You will laugh, cry, remember,<br />
and rejoice.<br />
Date: Sunday, May 13 Time: 2:00pm<br />
Cost: $15 per person<br />
<strong>The</strong> Musical Tale <strong>of</strong> Peter Rabbit<br />
Presented by Bits N’ Pieces Giant Puppet <strong>The</strong>atre<br />
Dapper, young Peter Rabbit believes he knows better than Mama Rabbit.<br />
Ignoring her warnings he is determined to go to Farmer McGregor’s<br />
forbidden garden. Children are delighted as they watch the thoroughly<br />
Scottish Farmer McGregor in hot pursuit <strong>of</strong> that rascal Peter Rabbit. Little<br />
Peter, played by live actor Holli Rubin, hops, scampers and finally eludes<br />
the towering farmer.<br />
Filled with singing, dancing and 9 foot tall giant puppets, <strong>The</strong> Musical Tale<br />
<strong>of</strong> Peter Rabbit is an original production <strong>of</strong> Bits ‘N Pieces Puppet <strong>The</strong>atre.<br />
Date: Sunday, Jan 29 Time: 11am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm<br />
Cost: $8 adults; $6 kids 12 & under<br />
Magic <strong>of</strong> the Mind<br />
Presented by Gary Goodman<br />
Prepare yourself for a mind blowing journey into the world <strong>of</strong> mentalist<br />
and comedic talent Gary Goodman as he performs his humorous mind<br />
reading and telekinesis show. Don’t bother guarding your thoughts; he<br />
already knows what you’re thinking.<br />
Dates: Saturday, Feb 18 Time: 8:00pm<br />
Cost: $12 advance; $15 beginning February 18<br />
Come visit Sugar<br />
Sand Park’s Carousel!<br />
<strong>The</strong> Carousel is open 365 days a year and<br />
costs just $1.00 per ride.<br />
Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />
Mon-Fri:10:00am - 7:00pm<br />
Sat, Sun, & Holidays:10:00am - 5:00pm<br />
Hours subject to change based on<br />
weather and attendance.<br />
A CULTURAL FEAST:<br />
A DELICIOUSLY DIFFERENT PERFORMANCE EVENT<br />
A Cultural Feast is presented in cooperation with Florida Atlantic university<br />
School <strong>of</strong> Communication & Multimedia Studies.<br />
Alton Chung<br />
<strong>The</strong> Legendary Luau: A Bite <strong>of</strong> the Sandwich Isles<br />
In this one-<strong>of</strong>-a-kind performance, you’ll enjoy ancient Hawaiian tales<br />
brought to life with reverence and passion. Hear true stories <strong>of</strong> growing<br />
up in the Islands, <strong>of</strong> local customs and superstitions, aumakua (guardian<br />
spirits) and kahunas (ancient priests). Get a front-row seat to the Pacific<br />
Paradise through the eyes <strong>of</strong> a Hawaiian local.<br />
Alton Chung grew up with the stories, superstitions and magic <strong>of</strong> the Hawaiian<br />
Islands. He was a Teller-in-Residence at the International Storytelling<br />
Center and currently serves on the Board <strong>of</strong> the National Storytelling<br />
Network.<br />
Dates: Saturday, Feb 25 Time: 12:30pm<br />
Cost: $25 per person<br />
If you have dietary restrictions please review the menu in advance, as we<br />
cannot make substitutions.<br />
AFTERNOONS AT THE WILLOW<br />
Join us in the Willow <strong>The</strong>atre for afternoons <strong>of</strong> entertainment and education.<br />
Don’t miss these special engagements, featuring quality performers<br />
and speakers from your local community.<br />
Cameo Quartet<br />
A distinctive Barbershop Quartet<br />
Be prepared to sing along to some <strong>of</strong> your favorite tunes while the Cameo<br />
Quartet entertains you by singing in Barbershop Harmony style. Registered<br />
with the Barbershop Harmony Society, the group perform as a traditional<br />
“four-member Quartet,” alternating singers. <strong>The</strong>y have performed<br />
throughout south Florida, including TV and radio for over 8 years.<br />
Date: Wednesday, Jan 25 Time: 1:00pm<br />
Cost: $7 per person; $5 per person for groups <strong>of</strong> 5 or more<br />
<strong>Boca</strong> <strong>Raton</strong>-<strong>The</strong> First Fifty Years<br />
Presented by the <strong>Boca</strong> <strong>Raton</strong> Historical Society<br />
Whether you’re a visitor, a newcomer, or a longtime resident <strong>of</strong> <strong>Boca</strong> <strong>Raton</strong>,<br />
you owe it to yourself to learn more about our rich history. In this exciting<br />
lecture, let the <strong>Boca</strong> Historical Society take you on a journey through<br />
<strong>Boca</strong> <strong>Raton</strong>’s first 50 years. You’ll be amazed at what you learn.<br />
Date: Wednesday, Feb 15 Time: 1:00pm<br />
Cost: $7 per person; $5 per person for groups <strong>of</strong> 5 or more<br />
<strong>The</strong> Art <strong>of</strong> Film with Shelly Isaacs<br />
Presented by Bang Creative, Inc.<br />
Join Shelly Isaacs as he takes you on a tour <strong>of</strong> filmmaking and gives insight<br />
into how movies become classics. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore<br />
the lighting, sound, and action that make films magical.<br />
Date: Wednesday, Mar 28 Time: 1:00pm<br />
Cost: $7 per person; $5 per person for groups <strong>of</strong> 5 or more<br />
[PROGRAMS, OPERATING HOURS, AND/OR PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE]<br />
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