Walnut Street Theatre for Kids Opens JIGSAW JONES, 6/5

Pictured, left to right: Claire Duncan, Jill Kurzner, and Benjamin K. Glaser; Photo by Mike Peters

JIGSAW JONES, produced by ArtsPower, will close the 2009 -2010 Walnut Street Theatre for Kids Season at the Walnut on Saturday, June 5 at 10:30 am, 1:00 pm, and 3:30 pm.

Based on the popular children's book Jigsaw Jones: The Case of the Class Clown by James Preller, illustrated by Jamie Scott, JIGSAW JONES tells the story of a mysterious practical joker in Ms. Gleason's class, and the quest to uncover his identity. After Athena Lorenzo gets slimed one day in school, self-proclaimed kid-detective Theodore "Jigsaw" Jones, sets out to find the culprit, with the help of his trusty friend Mila. This musical adaptation follows the young private eye as he deciphers secret codes, follows the trail of clues, and puts together the puzzle pieces of what might be his stickiest adventure yet.

ArtsPower National Touring Theatre is one of America's preeminent producers of professional theatre for young and family audiences. ArtsPower is the second-largest such company in the nation. Its 22 professional touring productions have been seen by nearly seven million people in 46 states - from Alaska to Florida - in some of the nation's top cultural centers, including The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. and Lincoln Center in New York.

The Walnut Street Theatre for Kids' Series is celebrated for its commitment to encouraging parents (and grandparents) to read to their kids. Kids enjoy the storybooks, and then discover a whole new level of imagination when they see the shows live, in musical adaptations written especially for grades K-6th and their grown-up friends. The Walnut takes pride in bringing families together through reading and the arts.

Tickets for JIGSAW JONES are only $10-$14. Our 1:00 pm performance is ASL interpreted. This 60-minute musical is recommended for audiences grades K-6.

For tickets and information, please call 215-574-3550 or 800-982-2787 or visit the Walnut's website at: www.WalnutStreetTheatre.org.

Pictured, left to right: Claire Duncan, Jill Kurzner, and Benjamin K. Glaser; Photo by Mike Peters

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