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OFFICIAL KIDS OFSYMPHONY SPACE

SEAL OFAPPROVAL

20142015

SYMPHONYSPACE

SPECIALEDITION

ALSO FEATURING

YOU!

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NOV.22

Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer

DEC.20

Father Goose

NOV.15

Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players

DEC.13

PUSH Physical Theatre

NOV.1

Dan Zanes Song Gusto Hour

0CT.25 & 26

Alastair Moock

NOV.2

PhilharMONSTER!

NOV.8 & 9

Squirrel Stole My Underpants

JAN.11

Mike Super: Magic & Illusion

JAN.10

Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia:

Stella, Queen of the Snow

DEC.27 & 28

Catskill Puppet Theatre: Sister Rain & Brother Sun

JAN.3

Elska

FEB.7 & 8

The Pop-Ups

FEB.28

Walter Martin

FEB.14

The Gustafer Yellowgold Show

FEB.21

the Okee Dokee Brothers

mar.21

MAR.7 & 8

Beats, Rhymes,& Breaking

mar.28

Frances England

mar.14

Danny WeinkaufElizabeth Mitchell & You Are My Flower

Darren Critz

Director of Family Programs

SYMPHONYSPACE.ORG/JUSTKIDDING Just Kidding at-a-glance

OCT.4

Vanessa Trien and the Jumping Monkeys

OCT.11

The Boogers

OCT.18

National Dance Institute: The Celebration Team!

SEP.27

Spike & Mike’s Classic Festival of Animation

At - A - Glance Saturday & Sunday Events!

JAN.31

Ben Rudnick and Friends

JAN.11

Stam-Pede

JAN.17 & 18

Tim Kubart

JAN.24

Moona LUna

Peter Jay Sharp Theatre (PJST) Leonard Nimoy Thalia (LNT)

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Reformed Villain, Darren & his villainous Daughter, Regan

Having transformed into a clutch

of supervillains over the course

of this summer, we worked extra

hard to destroy all the fun of

our 2014/2015 Just Kidding™

season. our diabolical plan would

have succeeded were it not

for the cursed powers of the

Super Artists who have banded

together to save our season from the

forces of yuck!

So go ahead, fair citizens of Gotham,

and have a look at all the monstrous

Magnificent Music, dastardly Delightful

Dance, TACKY Thought-Inspiring Theatre,

and laborious Lovely Literature events

these artists have in store for you.

Enjoy this Dagnabbity Delicious display

of kiddie culture while you can! We are

already scheming on how to destroy

next year’s season in the privacy of our

secret underground lair.

4 5SYMPHONYSPACE.ORG/JUSTKIDDING Just Kidding SEPTEMber 27 – NOVEMBER 2 , 2014

Quite possibly the world’s most

dangerous kids’ band, there’s nothing

“icky’” about these educational punk

rockers performing music described

as “the Ramones for kids.”

Sat, OcT 11 at 11am (LNT)

This remarkable collection of 50+

super-kids crush the mundane with

their 8th annual dance extravaganza at

Symphony Space, featuring songs and

dance from China.

Sat, Oct 18 at 2Pm (PJST)

The Superman of family music returns with an all-ages sing-along,

uniting the forces and voices of Gotham City.

Sat, Nov 1 at 11am (PJST)

Using a bluesy-folk style from

his secret utility belt, this

GRAMMY-nominated artist and

his band ask burning questions about

jealousy, why humans possess

only one belly button, and more.

SAT, OCT 25 & SUN, OCT 26 AT 11AM (LNT)

Prevail in the face of classical

spookiness, as the Interschool

Orchestras of New York unleash

a Halloween weekend soundtrack

of hair-raising music from

popular films.

Sun, Nov 2 at 4Pm (PJST)

A fun and irreverent collection of

some of the world’s most unique

animated short films.

Sat, Sept 27 at 3PM (PJST)

This Upper West Side native and her

band use the powers of pop, jazz, and

folk for a fun, high-spirited show.

Sat, Oct 4 at 11am (LNT)

“ Vanessa’s songs are brilliantly crafted and play with themes that fascinate young children: How does the body move? How do words rhyme? How can we all be happy?”

–Boston Children’s Music

“ If the Ramones had ever decided to make a children’s CD this is what it would have sounded like. There will be no stoppin’ the kiddies from hoppin’ after listening to this music.”

–Ramones Tour Manager

“The crown prince of contemporary kids’ music.”

–People Magazine

“ A Tom Waits for your tots, a Woody Guthrie for your progeny.”

–The Boston Globe

Spike & Mike’s Classic Festival of Animation

Vanessa Trien and the Jumping Monkeys

TheBoogers

National Dance Institute: The

Celebration Team!

Dan Zanes Song Gusto Hour

Alastair Moock

PhilharMONSTER!

6 7SYMPHONYSPACE.ORG/JUSTKIDDING Just Kidding NOVEMber 8 – DECEMBER 28 , 2014

When a villainous squirrel runs off with a pair of underpants, a heroic woman

must bring the criminal to justice in this fun human/puppet event,

accompanied by a live band.

Sat, Nov 8 & Sun, Nov 9 at 11am (LNT)

Multiple GRAMMY nominee

Justin Roberts and his bandmates

storm New York with their annual

Symphony Space rockfest.

Sat, Nov 15 at 11am & 2PM (PJST)

Using the force of nearly every

imaginable stringed instrument,

these two-time GRAMMY winners

reinvent folk and bluegrass in

a rare NYC appearance.

Sat, Nov 22 at 11am (LNT)

Faster than an up-tempo hip-hop ditty, and able to blend calypso and reggae

effortlessly, Father Goose performs Caribbean-tinged music able to wow

even the most jaded of five-year-olds!

Sat, Dec 20 at 11am (LNT)

Mother Nature must repair a clash

between sun and rain in this classic

tale, told through large, animated

rod puppets.

Sat, Dec 27 & Sun, Dec 28 at 11am (LNT)

Awe-inspiring acrobatics and

theatrical storytelling, encompassing

a blend of fine art sculpture and

style from the film The Matrix.

Sat, Dec 13 at 2PM (PJST)

“ A master of conjuring up images that resonate with the young ones.”

–Entertainment Weekly

“ As close to flawless folk & bluegrass as it gets.”

–Billboard Magazine

Squirrel Stole My Underpants father goose

Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players

Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer

Push PhysicalTheatre

Catskill Puppet Theatre: Sister Rain

& Brother Sun

8 9SYMPHONYSPACE.ORG/JUSTKIDDING Just Kidding JANUARY 3 – JANUARY 24, 2015

This crusading illusionist, a current finalist on America’s Got Talent,

performs superhuman acts to mystify the kids…and you!

Sun, Jan 11 at 11am & 2pm (LNT)

The classic story retold in a thrilling

puppetry spectacle by the award-

winning artists from Mermaid Theatre.

Sat, Jan 10 at 11am & 2pm (PJST)

this whimsical Icelandic heroine is

joined by her trusty sidekicks,

the Goobler and the Arctic Fox,

for a morning of electronic ditties

for the kiddies!

Sat, Jan 3 at 11am (LNT)

Revel in joy as this mild-mannered troubadour and Sprout TV host delivers

charming and charismatic tunes about superheroes, talent shows, and more.

Dozens of dancers and award-winning

dance companies pepper this annual

percussive dance-travaganza!

Sun, Jan 11 at 3PM (PJST)

Substituting accordion, guitar,

percussion, and bass for other

superpowers, this Fantastic Four

(Cuatro FantÁsticos) play fun, lively MUSIC IN ENGLISH Y ESPAÑOL.

SAT, Jan 24 at 11am (LNT)

“ Tim Kubart, kindie’s most handsome chap, exudes a charisma that’s quite possibly second to none.”

–Out With the Kids

Sat, Jan 17 & Sun, Jan 18 at 11am (LNT)

“ Elska is crazy awesome electronic funderworld faerie tunes for the whole family.”

–Mike Jorgensen, Wilco

Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia: Stella, Queen of the Snow

Mike Super: Magic & Illusion

Tim Kubart

ELSKA STAM-PEDE MOONA LuNA

10 11SYMPHONYSPACE.ORG/JUSTKIDDING Just Kidding JANUARY 31 – MARCH 8 , 2015

Only the strongest of supervillains could resist the mesmerizing power of

explosive breakdance action with the return of the Manzana City Crew from

last year’s sold-out performance!

Sat, Mar 7 & Sun, Mar 8 at 11am (LNT)

This GRAMMY-nominated dynamic duo blasts away boredom and celebrates

all things crafty and D.I.Y. with hits from their new album,

Appetite for Construction

“ The Pop-Ups reflect the creativity percolating on the independent children’s music scene.”

–The Wall Street Journal

Sat, Feb 7 & Sun, Feb 8 at 11am (LNT)

A morning jam session of happy,

upbeat acoustic music with roots

in everything from country to

bluegrass, and from rock and roll

to second-line New Orleans.

Sun, Jan 31 at 11am (LNT)

Ben Rudnick & Friends

Deriving his powers from his

home planet of the Sun, Gustafer

Yellowgold’s adventures are

told through on-screen animation

accompanied by a live band and catchy

original story-songs.

Sat, Feb 14 at 11am (PJST)

“ …infectious original songs. It’s like tapping into some pleasure center in the brain -- Grade: A.”

–Entertainment Weekly

The Gustafer Yellowgold Show

Beats, Rhymes & Breaking

Sat, Feb 21 at 11am (PJST)

“ The Okee Dokee Brothers remind us of the American belief that we’re bound for better weather.”

– NPR’s All Things Considered

Join these GRAMMY-winning

superheroes for a Bluegrass road-

trip filled with Americana-laced songs

of nature and the great outdoors.

the Okee Dokee Brothers

Sat, Feb 28 at 11am (LNT)

“ A fantastic assemblage of sweet folk-pop.”

– USA Today

This Kindie newcomer, and member

of the seminal indie-supergroup

‘The Walkmen,’ unifies the forces

of good with feel-good hits

from his breakthrough album,

We’re All Young Together.

Walter Martin

The Pop-Ups

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The forces of sunshine destroy the darkness, as Mitchell and her remarkable

family band perform renditions of classic songs by Woody Guthrie, Bob Marley,

The Velvet Underground, and more.

Sat, Mar 21 at 11am (PJST)

Pseudonymous Bosch: Bad Magic The mysterious author of the New York Times - bestselling The

Name of This Book is Secret kicks off the 2014-2015 Thalia Kids’

Book Club season with a behind-the-scenes look at his new

adventure series, Bad Magic. In conversation with Adam Gidwitz

(A Tale Dark and Grimm.) [Ages 9–12]

Sun, Sep 21 at 1pm :: $15, Members $12

An Afternoon with Lois LowryReading and conversation with the treasured author of Number

the Stars, The Giver, and many other favorite works for kids

and teens. Number the Stars, the Newbery Medal-winning novel

about the occupation of Denmark in the Second World War,

celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. [Ages 9 & UP]

Sun, Oct 19 at 1pm :: $15, Members $12

40th Anniversary of Tuck Everlasting with Natalie Babbitt

The award-winning author discusses her unforgettable novel.

The book centers on a young girl who stumbles upon the

mysterious Tuck family and their secret, magic spring. [Ages 9 & UP]

Sun, Jan 25 at 1pm :: $15, Members $12

Thalia Book Club Camp A unique camp geared for avid readers and writers. Campers meet

with authors and illustrators, take part in book discussions,

and go on book related field trips around the city. [Ages 9 – 13]

Registration opens January 2015

Terrific Tails: A Celebration of E.B. WhitePerformers celebrate the work of the beloved writer

whose humorous and poignant stories and poetry include

Charlotte’s Web and Stuart Little. Special guests include White’s

granddaughter Martha White. Hosted by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

(The Lunch Lady series).This event is in part a benefit for First Book-Manhattan. First Book, a non-profit organization, connects book publishers to community organizations to provide access to new books for children in need.

[Recommend for Ages 7 & UP]

Sun, Nov 16 at 5pm :: All $25

Co-Presented with Bank Street BookstoreChildren’s books come to life with author discussions, actor readings, and more.

Just Kidding September 21, 2014 – MARCH 28, 2015

™Elizabeth Mitchell and You Are My Flower

Taking inspiration from artists such

as The Carter Family, Cat Power, and

Yo La Tengo, this San Francisco-based

musician creates some of the best

family music around.

Sat, Mar 28 at 11am (LNT)

Frances England

This longtime bassist for

They Might Be Giants transforms

into a kindie-rock icon, with great

songs from his debut kids album,

No School Today.

Sat, Mar 14 at 11am (LNT)

Danny Weinkauf

14 15SYMPHONYSPACE.ORG/JUSTKIDDING Just Kidding birthday parties & Tickets

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PETER JAY SHARP THEATRE (PJST)

* Subscription Series Tickets: 8+ performances Adults $19 :: Adult Members $16 Kids $12 :: Kid Members $10

* Subscription Series Tickets: 4–7 performances Adults $21 :: Adult Members $19

Kids $13 :: Kid Members $12

* Single Tickets: Adults $26 :: Adult Members $22 Kids $16 :: Kid Members $14

Choose FOUR or more events and SAVE 20% (See 4–7 Package below)

Choose EIGHT or more events and SAVE 30% (See 8+ Package below)

FAMILY MEMBERSHIPS!Join as a Family Member ($125) for ticket discounts,

t-shirts for your kids, neighborhood rewards, and more! Visit symphonyspace.org/support to join today.

Order Today!Online at symphonyspace.org/subscriptions or call 212.864.5400

Visit the Box Office, Tuesday – Sunday 1pm – 6pmTicket exchanges for events are also available at the Box Office.

LEONARD NIMOY THALIA (LNT)

* Subscription Series Tickets: 8+ performances Adults $15 :: Adult Members $13 Kids $11 :: Kid Members $9

* Subscription Series Tickets: 4–7 performances Adults $17 :: Adult Members $15 Kids $12  :: Kid Members $11

* �Single Tickets: Adults $21 :: Adult Members $18 Kids $14 :: Kid Members $12

All subscription packages are subject to a one-time $6 handling fee. Most events listed in calendar are eligible for subscription packages. Contact Box Office to confirm.

Subscription ticket exchanges may only be made between events at the same price point. If your schedule changes, don’t worry! You can tell us no later than 24 hours before the original event date to exchange to another date.

Stam-Pede and PhilharMONSTER! tickets are $15 and are not available as subscription options.

Spike & Mike’s Classic Festival of Animation is a special event not available as a subscription. Tickets: ADULTS $14, Adult Members $12; KIDS $10, Kid Members $8.

Tickets to a Just Kidding performance

Best Seating in the theatre (reserved

for Sharp, cordoned off in the Thalia)

Birthday shout-out at performance

Two hour party in CafÉ Thalia , located within Symphony Space

Personalized Birthday Cake

Food - Pizza , Chicken Tenders, or Both

Beverages: juice, sparkling water,

spring water, soda

3 Designated CafÉ Thalia staff members

Free song download for each child

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An autographed CD for the birthday

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Optional cash bar for

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Just Kidding Artist* in CafÉ Thalia

Pre-Birthday Party Consultation

Two hour party from 1pm - 3pm

(Summer bookings: any day of the week.

Sept – Mar Bookings: Sundays only.)

Personalized Birthday Cake

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Beverages: juice, sparkling water,

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3 Designated CafÉ Thalia staff members

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An autographed CD for the birthday

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Optional cash bar and additional small

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* Just Kidding performer will be determined by child’s age, party theme, and artist availability during pre-birthday consultation.

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