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Cape Playhouse for Kids Summer 2016 in Dennis MA

The Cape Playhouse in Dennis   is the place to be on Friday mornings this summer. Discover the magic and wonder of live theatre designed especially for children at one of the most historic theatre venues in the country. Each summer, The Cape Playhouse brings you classic tales, zany humor, beloved stories, and lively music. Appropriate for pre-school aged children and older, tickets are $12, and group rates are available for parties of 10 or more. Running time for all shows is approximately one hour. Don’t miss out! This summer is going to be better than ever.2 shows 9:30 and 11:30

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robertclarke-300x300 Friday, July 8:  Lucky Bob, Magician Juggler Funny Guy
Award-winning performer, talented magician. “RC takes the audience on a roller coaster of laughs and smiles. 100% clean family fun.”
pirates Friday, July 15:  The Greatest Pirate Story Never Told  NEW!
“Pirates of the Caribbean” meets “Whose Line is it Anyway” in the greatest pirate epic ever on stage!
CardboardExplosion1 Friday, July 22:  Cardboard Explosion!  NEW!
by Puppet Showplace Theater
Get ready to outsmart dragons, choose-your-own superpower, and train adorable animal sidekicks in this fun, energetic, participatory show.
stevesongs-300x189 Friday, July 29: SteveSongs
by Steve Roslonek
SteveSongs, known and loved by millions of PBS KIDS viewers throughout the country as “Mr. Steve,” co-host of the PBS KIDS preschool destination (nominated for a KidScreen best children’s television host award), will bring his signature brand of seriously fun (and seriously good) music to The Cape Playhouse. But you haven’t heard anything until you see him perform live. And here’s your chance!
oz Friday, August 5:  The Wizard of Oz
by Hampstead Stage Company
Dorothy thinks she is lost forever when a terrifying tornado crashes through Kansas and whisks her far away to the Land of Oz. With her companions the Tin Woodsman, the Scarecrow, and the Cowardly Lion, Dorothy embarks on a strange and enchanting adventure to find her way back home.
yankeepeddler Friday, August 12: Tall Tales: Stories & Songs from Old New England
by Puppet Showplace Theater  NEW!
Ever wanted to sing along with a sea shanty?  Or dive deep into a fox’s den?  In a whirlwind tour of New England’s lesser-known folklore, you will discover a giant sailor, a fashionable bear, and the world’s largest wheel of cheese.  Drawing from three hundred years of stories, songs, and local history, this show is a delight for audiences of all ages.
bubbleology Friday, August 19:  BUBBLE-OLOGY: The Secret World of Bubbles
As seen on Discovery Channel’s “Time Warp”, National Geographic TV and on-stage by invitation (twice) at America’s largest science and engineering festival in DC, Keith uses bubbles—large and small—to explain liquids, solids and gasses, geometry, tension and pressure. Keith builds beautiful sculptural creations (massive & miniature) with enthusiasm, humor and style.  One moment he will be encasing a dinosaur in a bubble and in the next moment he’s encapsulating an audience volunteer. Don’t miss this Playhouse favorite!
mutt3 Friday, August 26: Johnny Peers & the Muttville Comix  NEW!
Johnny Peers & the Muttville Comix is a slapstick comedy act like no other. Johnny leads over a dozen dogs through challenging and hilarious tricks as Johnny plays the straight man role in this wonderful show.  

Cape Cod Center for the Arts | 820 Main Street, Route 6A | P.O. Box 2001 | Dennis, MA 02638