Weekday School & Group Schedule
Scroll down for the 2012 Weekday School & Group Schedule.
Extended Festival Screening Program Highlights! (available through December 7)
Group Reservations:
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Additional Group Screening Details
Suggested Grade Ranges (Weekday programs organized by grade-level/age.)
Weekday School & Group Schedule (PDF)
SCHEDULE CHANGES – Weekday School & Groups Schedule (Updated 10/16/12)
Tickets:
Group tickets are $6.00 per child for groups of 25 or more ($7 for groups under 25). Group leaders and chaperones attend for free. Additional charges may apply. Price includes curriculum aligned with Common Core Curriculum and pre- and post-screening discussions led by trained media educators.
General Admission: $6.00 for children (2-16) and $9.00 for adults. Individual tickets can be purchased online in advance via Ticketweb (click program title below, then click on Ticketweb logo for that program; additional fees apply). Tickets can also be purchased at the venue box office starting about 30 minutes prior to screening. The only way to guarantee seating is to pre-purchase through Ticketweb.
Click on a screening title below for more details about the program:
Friday, October 26, 2012
| Title | Time | Venue | Ages |
| What Comes Next: Arts! | 9:45 AM | hacked by MR.ROUTER | 2+ |
  What Comes Next: Arts! 62 min
Put your best artistic hand–or foot–forward. The kitty friends Pim and Pom are at it again! This time, Pim is throwing a dance party, but there is one glitch: Pom cannot dance. With the help of their good friends, Pom learns to dance, and they move and groove to musical styles from all over the world. Next, a box of colored pencils joins in the artistic process, but when one gets tired, what color of the rainbow comes next? And Zou the Zebra enters the local art contest and discovers how hard it is. But with a bit of creative thought, Zou tests different art media until he finds the medium suits him best. Join this lively gang and open up to what comes next! Moving Forward USA 1 min 
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| Hanni & Nanni 2 | 10:00 AM | hacked by MR.ROUTER | 8-10 (Grades 4-6) |
 Hanni & Nanni 2Germany 90 min
Twin tween sisters Hanni and Nanni are starting their new year at the Lindenhof boarding school. This fall, cousin Lilly joins them, but she is obsessed with looking cool. Rumors of a princess enrolling at school put the staff on alert. Right when the twins’ parents announce a separation, Lilly starts hanging with the wrong crowd. On top of this, Hanni and Nanni must now also find a way to take down evil kidnappers and keep the unknown princess safe from harm. Can the twins save the princess, get their parents back together, and still remain best friends forever?
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| Me ‘n’ My Family | 11:45 AM | hacked by MR.ROUTER | 8-10 (Grades 4-6) |
 Me ‘n’ My Family 76 min
Elisha’s family works together in Belize to grow what will someday be a sweet treat. Everyone has a role to play and everyone shares in the bounty. Baxter’s passion is repairing broken gadgets, but his father discourages him, believing not everything can be fixed. Can Baxter’s determination and genius prove his father wrong? Join these characters as they grow and share. Little Mao Canada 7 min
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Monday, October 29, 2012
| Title | Time | Venue | Ages |
| Home Sweet Home | 9:45 AM | hacked by MR.ROUTER | 2-5 (Grades Pre-K & K) |
 Home Sweet Home 60 min
The characters in these short films understand their neighbors, friends, and family are there to help them when they need a little boost. Molly gets a new toy, and her bestest bud Edison feels ignored. At the end of the day, Edison learns that while a new toy may be fun and engaging, it will never take the place of friendship. After that, meet our favorite new TV friend, Daniel Tiger! He has some cool stories to share from his new PBS series inspired by Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. No matter east or west, home is best! The Marvelous Adventures of Roby Robot Croatia 2 min
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| Halloween Program: Treats and Tricksters | 9:45 AM | Music Box Theatre | 5+ |
 Halloween Program: Treats and Tricksters 76 min
Did your neighbor really snatch your sweet treat or are your eyes tricking you? Is there a big, bad mouse in the forest or is your father really the biggest “beast” there is? Joanna makes herself a brand new friend-out of spare parts! But will it be the truest friend she can find? Come along with this crafty bunch to see who is up to what on Halloween this year! Haina: The Hat Brazil 1 min
 
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| Step It Up! | 9:45 AM | Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts | 5-8 (Grades 1-3) |
 Step It Up! 71 min
Trixie has a hard time enjoying her vacation without her most loyal stuffed animal. Yet as time passes, she is sure that Knuffle Bunny is giving someone else love and advice. Then, Amos and Whoopie can’t figure out why Mom is so involved with getting ready for the new baby’s arrival. Can they help welcome the newest little one? It’s not easy to remember others, but when you step it up, you reach new heights! City Life Belgium 4 min
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| Espanol Para Todos: Traditions | 9:45 AM | Instituto Cervantes | 7-9 (Grades 1-3) |
 Espanol Para Todos: Traditions 67 min
You don’t have to be bilingual to enjoy this Spanish-language film fiesta. Come along as we explore the rich history of the season of el Dia de los Muertos to remember family ancestors. Then, a master puppeteer turns unloved toys into marionettes, creating a popular street show. Will the puppeteer be able to find these abandoned toys a new home? Finally, will the struggling Spanish soccer teammates ever win their first game? Come along with these colorful characters as they explore the unique traditions and cultures of Mexico and Spain! Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! USA 7 min 
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| The Blue Tiger | 10:00 AM | hacked by MR.ROUTER | 9-11 (Grades 4-6) |
 The Blue TigerCzech Republic 90 min
Come along with Johanka and her friend Matyas on their journey to save heritage areas of their town–including a botanic garden and their beloved family home–from the bulldozer and the evil Mayor Ryp’s big “progress plan.” And who appears in the midst to complicate things more, but a rare blue tiger everyone’s searching for. The two friends look after the gentle beast while defending against attacks from a group of mean classmates and the diabolical Mayor Ryp. Explore the fantastic world within a bustling city and learn the importance of imagination!
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| Imagination Station | 11:45 AM | hacked by MR.ROUTER | 5-8 (Grades 1-3) |
 Imagination Station 74 min
Have you ever had more fun with the wrapping paper and the box than with the gift inside? And who says a little girl can’t be a pirate? (Especially when she knows best how to read the directions on the map.) In a fantastical world where little Milu is left to her own devices, she and her imaginary friend create their own cardboard house and live in their own magical world until stargazing and silliness give way to reality–which really is not so boring after all! Come and explore the power of imagination with these characters from around the globe. Scritch Scratch Germany 5 min
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| Halloween Program: Inside Out | 11:45 AM | Music Box Theatre | 8+ |
 Halloween Program: Inside Out 73 min
Kali the Little Vampire has longed to join the world of the light, but continues to be shut out, despite his good intentions. From her bedtime stories to her artwork, Katy has always seen herself as a witch with magical powers. When the librarian lends her a book of spells, Katy discovers her innate magical abilities. Donald is born with fingers made of chocolate, but will that hold him back from achieving his dreams? It’s hard being true to yourself–good thing it’s that time of year to try on new identities! Includes films with narrations by renowned actors Christopher Plummer and Alan Rickman. Piece of Cake! Canada 6 min
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| Songs Without Words | 11:45 AM | Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts | 8-10 (Grades 4-6) |
 Songs Without Words 75 min
The characters in these shorts find ways to relate to each other via music, dance, and drawing. Hannah’s father is from Argentina, the land of the tango. When he must leave, father and daughter work out their own special way to stay connected. Tap, tap, tap goes Vikram’s pencil and his math teacher, Ms. Mugdha, is running out of patience. Will she be able to find a way to combine Vikram’s love of drumming with her lesson plan for the whole class? Kinesthetic learning through the arts, that’s how! Boris the Rat Dresses Warmly Finland 5 min
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| Espanol Para Todos: Coming Together | 11:45 AM | Instituto Cervantes | 9-11 (Grades 4-6) |
 Espanol Para Todos: Coming Together 71 min
Tintico is really bugged by the new gang that just wants to play in his musical band. Can he accept their differences to really jam? Together, Elisha and her family make sweet work from their family business in Belize. It’s 1976 in Colombia, and Danny is a budding scientist, always tinkering around in his room, experimenting, and thinking of new ways to do things. Can he and his friends discover the art of photography and the power of friendship at the same time? Join the characters in these short films as they discover ways to stay connected to those closest to them in their own unique ways. QuiQue’s Güiro Puerto Rico 7 min
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Tuesday, October 30, 2012
| Title | Time | Venue | Ages |
| What an Adventure! | 9:45 AM | hacked by MR.ROUTER | 8-10 (Grades 4-6) |
 What an Adventure! 70 min
Follow these animated characters on a whirlwind adventure! An Inuit boy has a wild imagination in which a magical Arctic landscape comes alive. Will his father find him in time before the coming storm? In one remarkably animated story, a turtle defies the odds as it braves the elements to continue the incredible cycle of life. And the wily Bonifacio is back in the village, and Princess Molly and her friends must go to great lengths to save her mother’s magic apples from this trickster, all the way to the tiptop of the mountain. Fly Fleet Belgium 3 min
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| Halloween Program: Treats and Tricksters | 9:45 AM | Music Box Theatre | 5+ |
Halloween Program: Treats and Tricksters 76 min
Did your neighbor really snatch your sweet treat or are your eyes tricking you? Is there a big, bad mouse in the forest or is your father really the biggest “beast” there is? Joanna makes herself a brand new friend-out of spare parts! But will it be the truest friend she can find? Come along with this crafty bunch to see who is up to what on Halloween this year! Haina: The Hat Brazil 1 min
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| The Last Island | 9:45 AM | Instituto Cervantes | 9+ |
 The Last IslandSpain 87 min
City-girl Alicia returns to her mother’s magical roots during her summer vacation on what feels like the last island on Earth! The Last Island contrasts lifestyles when a Barcelona hipster is sent to live in a much slower-paced, remote Canary Island wilderness with her aunt Belinda for the summer. Bored and longing for an electronic connection to civilization, Alicia soon learns to use her imagination in order to create her own fun. Eventually, with help from new friends, Alicia discovers treasures she never would have known to look for on The Last Island.  
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| Gotta Fly Now! | 11:45 AM | hacked by MR.ROUTER | 13-15 (Grades 8-10) |
 Gotta Fly Now! 78 min
Three young men try to fit in at school while having to deal with issues at home. Overcoming their individual problems by turning to friendship and forgiveness, Turtle sends a strong message about bullying and redemption. Jessi is a quiet girl living with a foster mother in the big city. Hoping to stay with her sister, Jessi is disappointed to learn it is just not possible. While it’s clear that Jessi can take care of herself, she still must look inside to find out who she is and what she’s really made of. The characters in these powerful short films not only fly, they soar! Missing Jordan/England 3 min
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| Victor and the Secret of Crocodile Mansion | 11:45 AM | Music Box Theatre | 9-11 (Grades 4-6) |
 Victor and the Secret of Crocodile MansionGermany 91 min
Victor and his family move into his uncle’s mysterious mansion. With his parents away at a trading fair, Victor begins to uncover secrets through a cryptic diary of drawings that belonged to his cousin Cecilia. As Victor deciphers the clues that he believes will lead to a hidden treasure, he learns that there is more than meets the eye in his new home. His older sisters think he’s getting a little too obsessed with clues and the old house–they believe there is no such thing as treasure in their family’s old things. But what Victor learns from his quest is more valuable than the treasure itself, as the secrets of the mansion reveal themselves.
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Wednesday, October 31, 2012
| Title | Time | Venue | Ages |
| You’ve Got a Friend | 9:45 AM | hacked by MR.ROUTER | 11-13+ (Grades 6-8) |
 You’ve Got a Friend 70 min.
Iris is a bored baker, making the same cupcakes every day. That is, until her growing love of Shakespeare leads her to daydream. Will her plot to get the attention of a new customer through couplets and cupcakes work? Or, alas, will she be foiled? Mirko is the new boy in town and he wants so badly to fit in! He makes a new friend and gets a new job in order to buy cool gear that will impress his new teammates. But are cool new shoes all it takes to make a real impression? To thine own self be true, someone said. The Basketball Game Canada 6 min
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| Tales With Tails | 9:45 AM | Music Box Theatre | 5-8 (Grades 1-3) |
 Tales With Tails 70 min
Characters leap from the pages! As we celebrate Maurice Sendak’s life this year, we remember what Max the Wolf taught us as we revisit the classic film version of this author’s timeless treasure. Then, an oral history from indigenous Pueblo and Navajo tales teaches us to listen to the Wise Wolf, and we have much to learn from our animal brothers and sisters. Finally, the all-star cast is back! This time, it’s the Gruffalo’s daughter who wants to know if the Big Bad Mouse was just one of Dad’s tall tales. Lastly, say “hello” to Daniel Tiger, one of the best-loved friends in the new spinoff of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood! This is an all-English language program that celebrates the love of reading and learning with friends, neighbors, and, maybe, some beasts! Where the Wild Things Are USA 6 min
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| Halloween Program: Inside Out | 9:45 AM | Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts | 8+ |
Halloween Program: Inside Out 73 min
Kali the Little Vampire has longed to join the world of the light, but continues to be shut out, despite his good intentions. From her bedtime stories to her artwork, Katy has always seen herself as a witch with magical powers. When the librarian lends her a book of spells, Katy discovers her innate magical abilities. Donald is born with fingers made of chocolate, but will that hold him back from achieving his dreams? It’s hard being true to yourself–good thing it’s that time of year to try on new identities! Includes films with narrations by renowned actors Christopher Plummer and Alan Rickman. Piece of Cake! Canada 6 min
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| My Dad’s a Detective: Witches Paradise | 10:00 AM | The Patio Theater | 9-11 (Grades 4-6) |
 My Dad’s a Detective: Witches ParadiseNetherlands 90 min
Sam’s father Max is a detective who always helps people when they come to him with a problem. Out of the blue, Mara, a young Wiccan girl, comes to Max claiming that her mother has disappeared and begs Max to help her. Max agrees and he, Sam, and neighbors Sterre and Ortwin drive out to Mara’s village in the woods to help her find her mother. The circumstances surrounding the disappearance of Mara’s mother are very mysterious, and everyone seems to know something that they aren’t saying. Soon, they are completely drawn into Mara’s world of magic and secrecy. But can they solve the mounting mysteries in time?
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| Road Trip | 11:45 AM | hacked by MR.ROUTER | 9-11 (Grades 4-6) |
 Road Trip 74 min
Every family has a story. What role do you play? Brazilian boy Téo squeezes inside Grandma’s VW Beetle for a road trip with his family to say goodbye to his father. His sister, mother, grandmother, and pet turtle discover the true purpose of their journey, going well beyond “are we there yet?” Then, brother Nicholas is “the middle child,” a dreamer with many interests. Will he ever become like his brothers, or can he find his unique place in his family? These boys and girls sort out where they’ve come from and where they are headed. A Sea Turtle Story Canada 8 min
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| Will | 11:45 AM | Music Box Theatre | 9+ |
 WillEngland/Turkey 92 min
Will, an 11-year-old boy, is at boarding school in the remote English countryside, where his father left him three years ago. His one passion is soccer, and he is a die-hard fan of the Liverpool team, like his dad. One day without warning, Will’s father returns with two tickets to see Liverpool play in the Champion’s League Final in Istanbul. So Will makes the incredible journey across Europe, and along the way, he meets some new friends. Inspired by his strength and perseverance, they decide to help him on his quest in which Will learns the real meaning of Liverpool’s rallying cry, “you’ll never walk alone.” This is the ultimate football fantasy film! Co-starring Bob Hoskins.
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| Halloween Program: Secrets and Surprises | 11:45 AM | Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts | 13-15 (Grades 8-10) |
 Halloween Program: Secrets and Surprises 64 min
Kali the Little Vampire has longed to join the world of the light, but continues to be shut out, despite his good intentions. Can Kali show the kids that he is more than just a figure lurking in the shadows? An old woman is shocked when a teenaged boy eats her prized cookies. However, there is more to the situation than she realizes. Lastly, a woman learns the surprising truth behind her father-in-law’s treasure chest! Snack Attack USA 5 min
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Thursday, November 1, 2012
| Title | Time | Venue | Ages |
| Peas in a Pod | 9:45 AM | hacked by MR.ROUTER | 5-8 (Grades 1-3) |
 Peas in a Pod 72 min
If you let new friends into your “pod,” the things that make them unique will also make your life richer. Tintico is really bugged by the new gang that just wants to play in his musical band. Can he accept their differences to really jam together? Then, those forest creatures the Woodlies have to watch over a new human come to visit. Will they find a way to welcome little Sara? Even if big, little, furry, or scaly, we can always welcome some new friends. The Squeakiest Roar England 4 min |
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| Famous Five | 9:45 AM | Music Box Theatre | 8-10 (Grades 4-6) |
 Famous FiveGermany 93 min
Join George, Julian, Dick, Anne, and Timmy the dog in the adventure of a lifetime! George has mixed feelings about her cousins coming to stay for the summer, but when the gang arrives, they realize how much fun they can have if they come together to solve a puzzling mystery: what do they have in common? Meanwhile, George’s father, a top scientific researcher, is in danger, and it is up to the Famous Five to save him. The clever children (and Timmy!) search for clues to the culprits, and they quickly realize that teamwork and inventive thinking will help them save the day.
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| My Get Along Gang | 9:45 AM | Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts | 2+ |
 My Get Along Gang 60 min
Who’s the real leader of the pack? While walking to a nearby lake, a pig invites his animal pals to join him in a swim. Each one tells him they’re unhappy with how they look, but Pig shows them that their differences are what make them special. Mike the Knight is busy getting ready for the parade, but when he lacks squires, two dragon buddies offer to take the job. Can they not be dragon-y and be true assistants for Mike? Ultimately, it takes teamwork to solve any problem, and it is always better to be true to yourself! How Shammies Teeter Tottered Latvia 2 min
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| Round and Round | 11:45 AM | hacked by MR.ROUTER | 8-10 (Grades 4-6) |
 Round and Round 70 min
Boris and his friend Annalie, the Baltic Herring, learn responsible recycling in this wacky Finnish short film. And Palestinian nine-year-old Yala turns trash to treasure as she creatively repurposes her new-found trinkets. Then, Nur learns the value of responsibility with her friend Erhan as they go on a hunt for a valued missing member of their village. What goes around comes around in these imaginative short films. Molly Monster: “New Toy” Germany/Sweden/Switzerland 5 min
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| Fresh Start | 11:45 AM | Music Box Theatre | 11-13 (Grades 6-8) |
 Fresh Start 72 min
Katrine and Cecilie are twin sisters and best friends. They have done everything together for their entire lives, but have decided to be in different classes this year. Both have their own problems to overcome, but each young lady eventually learns to fit in on her own as well as be together as a unique unit. And in Israel, Ori finds himself next to a huge wall and seemingly endless barrier. There, he finds an unlikely friend and discovers that Palestinian boys are really not so different. The Basketball Game Canada 6 min
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| African and African-American Stories | 11:45 AM | Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts | 11-13 (Grades 6-8) |
 African and African-American Stories 73 min
Until now, Zebu and his family had to go through a local third party in order to sell his family’s daily catch. Through observation, smarts, and courage, Zebu demonstrates just how far one boy is willing to go to care for his family. Young Ronald won’t let his dreams of being a scientist become science fiction in the 1950s South. Then, as troubles start in their Nigerian village, a friendship is put to the test for young Khalid, who is Muslim, and his friend Obioma, who is Christian. Set in 1966, the friendship is put to an even greater test as they learn doing the right thing is the right decision. The remarkable stories in this shorts program are unique and beautifully told. Zebu and the Photo Fish Uganda/Kenya 12 min
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Friday, November 2, 2012
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| Thinkin’ It Thru | 9:45 AM | hacked by MR.ROUTER | 2+ |
 Thinkin’ It Thru 61 min
I want to do it myself…or do I? When Cleo and Bali try to understand each other to complete a painting project, it helps to learn the Sign Language basics from some new friends. While sitting on her porch in the middle of the night, a lively kitten sees the moon and believes it is a big bowl of milk. Will the kitten be disappointed to find out that the moon is millions of miles away, or will her perseverance lead her to a yummy treat in the end? With a little extra thought, you can solve any problem! How Shammies Guessed Latvia 2 min
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| My Get Along Gang | 9:45 AM | Music Box Theatre | 2-5 (Grades Pre-K & K) |
 My Get Along Gang 67 min
Who’s the real line leader? While walking to a nearby lake, a pig invites his animal pals to join him in a swim. Each one tells him they’re unhappy with how they look, but Pig shows them that their differences are what make them special. Mike the Knight is busy getting ready for the parade, but when he lacks squires, two dragon buddies offer to take the job. Can they not be dragon-y and be true assistants for Mike? Ultimately, it takes teamwork to solve any problem, and it is always better to be true to yourself! How Shammies Teeter Tottered Latvia 2 min
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| There’s No Stopping Us | 11:45 AM | hacked by MR.ROUTER | 11-13 (Grades 6-8) |
 There’s No Stopping Us 76 min
In an Israeli kibbutz that lies on one side of the West Bank separation wall, Ori finds an unlikely friend and discovers that Palestinian boys are really not so different from Israeli boys. Also, Olivia remembers a timeless promise she once made to her mother as she forms an unlikely friendship and passes on the secret making others happy. Couch Potato Canada 3 min
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| Zarafa | 9:45 AM | Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts | 9+ |
 ZarafaFrance 75 min
Inspired by a true story and the beloved French children’s book, Zarafa is an adventure gorgeously animated and beautifully told. Maki, a young African boy, escapes the clutches of an evil slave trader. After outwitting his captors, Maki befriends Hassan, a soldier from Alexandria, and Zarafa, a giraffe from Africa, who help him find his good friend Soula and return to his village in Africa. With the help of old and new techniques, Maki and his friends also attempt to destroy the evil trader and help Zarafa escape from her captivity in a French zoo. The characters in Zarafa perform tremendous acts of courage while crossing Africa and Europe. Together they create a fun and adventurous story that keeps the viewers on the edge of their seats!
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| Fresh Start | 11:45 AM | Music Box Theatre | 11-13 (Grades 6-8) |
Fresh Start 72 min
Katrine and Cecilie are twin sisters and best friends. They have done everything together for their entire lives, but have decided to be in different classes this year. Both have their own problems to overcome, but each young lady eventually learns to fit in on her own as well as be together as a unique unit. And in Israel, Ori finds himself next to a huge wall and seemingly endless barrier. There, he finds an unlikely friend and discovers that Palestinian boys are really not so different. The Basketball Game Canada 6 min
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