The Bijou Theatre in Knoxville Launches Inaugural "Imagination Series"
KNOXVILLE, TN – Oct. 11, 2019 – The Bijou Theatre introduces the inaugural "Imagination Series," featuring three productions that will inspire the intellect and imagination of young people through the arts.
The 2019-2020 Inaugural Imagination Series is supported by Pilot Flying J, and features three shows:
A Very Hungry Caterpillar and other Eric Carle Favourites – Nov. 12
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus: The Musical! – Feb. 12
Shakespeare in Jazz: All the World's a Song -The Daniel Kelly Quartet feat. Frederick Johnson - April 21
For tickets and more information, visit www.knoxbijou.org, call 865-684-1200 or visit the Tennessee Theatre box office.
About The Shows:
Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019 (Best for Grades K-3)
School Performance | Doors: 9:30 a.m. | Show 10 a.m.
Price: $6/students
Family/General Public Performance | Doors: 5:30 p.m. | Show 6:30 p.m.
Price: $18.50 Adult, $10 Child
This beloved story by Eric Carle, award-winning children's book illustrator, and author, is retold on stage through the magic of black light and fanciful puppets. The Very Hungry Caterpillar follows the wonderful adventures of a very tiny and very hungry caterpillar as he eats his way through an amazing variety of foods on his path to becoming a beautiful butterfly. This hour-long production features the imaginative approach to storytelling through theater that has earned international recognition.
Don't Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus
Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020 (Best for Grades K-3)
Hop on board for a ride with the Pigeon. When the Bus Driver has a crisis that threatens to make her passengers late, maybe that wily bird can help. Starring a mix of actors, puppets, songs, and feathers, "Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! (The Musical)" features a script written by Mo Willems, the creator of the "Pigeon" picture books, with Disney Jr.'s Muppet Babies executive producer Mr. Warburton, with music by Deborah Wicks La Puma.
Shakespeare in Jazz: All the World's a Song - The Daniel Kelly Quartet featuring Frederick Johnson
Tuesday, April 21, 2020 (Best for Grades 5-12)
Text from Shakespeare's masterpieces is transformed into fresh and dynamic jazz songs that have audiences singing along in sheer delight. Shakespeare in Jazz is a celebration of Shakespeare's work, offering an exciting new way to experience his genius. Throughout the concert, audience members will join Daniel's jazz group, featuring a jazz vocalist, as they sing along to original songs based on "A Midsummer Night's Dream," "Twelfth Night," "Macbeth," "Hamlet" and many more.
About the Historic Bijou Theatre
The Bijou Theatre is a historic non-profit theatre located in downtown Knoxville, Tenn. Built-in 1909 as an addition to the Lamar House Hotel, the building has served as a hotel, civil war hospital, vaudeville theatre, and movie house. After a restoration and grand reopening in 2006, the Bijou Theatre is a beloved performance venue known for its impeccable acoustics and intimate atmosphere hosting over a hundred music and performance art events each year.