Children's Theater of Madison
Life Doesn't Frighten Me: I Am Fearless Royalty
Saturday, February 3 - Sunday, February 18
Starlight Theater at MYArts
Age Recommendation
5 and up
Runtime
Approximately 60 minutes
Directed and Choreographed by Paige Hernandez
“Shadows on the wall
Noises down the hall
Life doesn’t frighten me at all.”
So begins Maya Angelou’s inspiring poem and the opening of this original play by multi-disciplinary hip-hop artist Paige Hernandez. Celebrate every child’s unique strength and courage in this upbeat, interactive, musical adventure reminding us all that we are indeed fearless royalty!
With Music by Kris Funn
Based on “Life Doesn’t Frighten Me”
by Dr. Maya Angelou from the book And Still I Rise
Used with permission of Caged Bird Legacy, LLC
The Saturday, February 10, 1pm performance will be American sign language interpreted.
Upcoming Children's Theater of Madison Events
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December 20 - December 21
Children's Theater of Madison, Family Friendly, Theater A Christmas Carol
Capitol Theater
Children Theater of Madison's signature production transports audiences into the world of Charles Dickens’ Victorian England and the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge. Join us as the ghosts of Scrooge’s past, present and future teach him about generosity and the joy of giving!
Multiple Showtimes -
December 20 - December 21
Children's Theater of Madison, Family Friendly, Theater The Pigeon Gets a Big Time Holiday Extravaganza!
MYArts Starlight Theater
When Mo Willems’ characters get together for the holidays, it’s bound to be the biggest extravaganza ever! Terrific tunes, silly stories, goofy gifts, audience antics—it’s all in this brand-new musical party that sleighs!
Multiple Showtimes -
February 7 - February 22
Children's Theater of Madison, Family Friendly, Theater The Hobbit
MYArts Starlight Theater
When homebody Bilbo Baggins is whisked away by a band of dwarves and a very mysterious wizard, he finds himself facing trolls, goblins and a fire-breathing dragon—with only his courage and a bit of luck to guide him!
Multiple Showtimes -
March 7 - March 22
Children's Theater of Madison, Family Friendly, Theater Tiara’s Hat Parade
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A heartwarming one-woman show celebrating creativity, resilience and the importance of community. Based on Kelly Starling Lyons' award-winning best-selling children's book, this touching story shows how one small gesture can impact an entire community and that kindness is always in fashion.
Multiple Showtimes -
May 2 - May 17
Children's Theater of Madison, Family Friendly, Theater Disney’s Newsies The Musical
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When powerful New York newspaper publishers raise distribution prices at the newsboys' expense, Jack Kelly rallies his ragtag group of “newsies” to fight back. Inspired by true events, this high-energy musical tells the story of young people discovering their voice.
Multiple Showtimes