The Little Mermen

Sunday, March 3, 2019 at 3PM at Landmark on Main Street

Rock out, Disney style, with The Little Mermen, NYC's favorite Disney cover band. Founded by singer-songwriter Alexis Babini, the Mermen bring Disney-fueled nostalgia and singalongs to a generation that grew up on Disney, and never let it go!

The Little Mermen play all the Disney hits, from The Jungle Book to The Lion King and even Frozen.

Alongside Alexis, you'll find a cast of talented musicians and Disney princesses ready to rock their heart out - and yours.

Make it a family costume party - come as your favorite Disney character!

2 Shows | Sun. Jan 28, 2018 | GOODNIGHT MOON Landmark on Main Street

11 AM & 2 PM Shows

LIVE PERFORMANCE BY THE MERMAID THEATRE

Goodnight Moon is a celebration of familiar nighttime rituals, while The Runaway Bunny's pretend tale of leaving home evokes reassuring responses from his loving mum. Both tales feature endearing rabbit characters, and the soothing rhythms of bunny banter and dream-like imagery never fail to infuse young readers with a reassuring sense of security. Mermaid's staged adaptation will bring a new sense of appreciation to stories that have delighted several generations.

In Goodnight Moon, a young rabbit goes through a bedtime ritual of saying goodnight to every object in sight and in his imagination, from the pictures on the walls to the brush and comb, to the moon and stars, to "the old lady whispering hush." The text is written in the form of a rhyming poem.

In The Runaway Bunny, a young bunny tells his mother he wants to run away. "'If you run away,' says his mother, 'I will run after you.'" And so begins an imaginary game of chase. Whatever the little bunny declares he will change himself into -- a fish, a rock, a bird, a boat, etc. -- his mother replies that she, too, will change herself so that she can always keep her little bunny safe and protected.

The performance of Goodnight Moon and The Runaway Bunny employs a variety of styles of puppets -- including rod and table-top puppets -- to tell the two stories. Amazingly, all of the puppets and scenic elements are manipulated by just three puppeteers!

Mermaid Theatre has earned international acclaim for its unique interpretations of the works of Eric Carle (The Very Hungry Caterpillar ), Leo Lionni (Swimmy, Frederick & Inch by Inch) and Sam McBratney (Guess How Much I Love You). These widely-travelled productions incorporate innovative puppetry, striking scenic effects, and evocative original music to provide very young audiences with an effortless introduction to the performing arts and the excitement of reading. Goodnight Moon and The Runaway Bunny features these same elements.

Few writers have been as attuned to the concerns and emotions of childhood as Margaret Wise Brown (1910-1952). Brown, a former teacher, believed that very young children could be fascinated by the simple pleasures of the world around them. Few had previously attempted to write specifically for children aged two to five, and Brown created some of the most enduring and beloved children's books of all time as well as developed the concept of the first durable board book.

Ideal for children ages 2-6.

The Little Mermaid Live at Tarrytown Music Hall at 2PM 4/23

In a brand new, original production, The classic tale of The Little Mermaid is brought to the stage by the internationally acclaimed Panto Company USA. With stunning scenery, eye-catching costumes, original songs plus up to date chart songs, not forgetting loads of audience participation, this show makes for a thoroughly entertaining family day out. Following a sell-out tour of China, and the UK, The Panto Company USA brings you their adaptation of Hans Christian Anderson’s beloved story. The Little Mermaid follows the dreams of a young girl who believes there is a better life for her out of the water. Of course, there’s a handsome prince, an evil baddie and a bucket load of laughs along the way.

Dr. Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat (Family) Live at Tarrytown Music Hall: Saturday, 3/18/17 @ 2pm

From the moment his tall, red-and-white-striped hat appears at their door, Sally and her brother know that the Cat in the Hat is the most mischievous cat they will ever meet. Suddenly the rainy afternoon is transformed by the Cat and his antics. Will their house ever be the same? Can the kids clean up before mom comes home? With some tricks (and a fish) and Thing Two and Thing One, with the Cat in The Hat, the fun’s never done! Founded in 1977, Childsplay is a nationally and internationally respected professional theatre company whose chosen audience is children. At Childsplay they believe that young people deserve to experience challenging, thought-provoking theatre of the highest artistic quality. Written by Katie Mitchell, Adapted from the Book by Dr. Seuss

A Year With Frog and Toad (Family) Live at Tarrytown: Sun., 3/12/17 @ 2pm

Based on the beloved children's books by Arnold Lobel, this whimsical musical follows two great friends -- the cheerful, popular Frog and the curmudgeonly Toad -- through four, fun-filled seasons, meeting new friends like Man Bird and Lady Bird; Father, Mother and Young Frog; Turtle; Squirrel and many more along the way. Waking from hibernation in the Spring, Frog and Toad plant gardens, swim, rake leaves, go sledding, and learn life lessons along the way. The two best friends celebrate and rejoice in their differences that make them unique and special. Part vaudeville, part make believe, all charm, A Year With Frog And Toad tells the story of a friendship that endures, weathering all seasons. A hit on Broadway, A Year With Frog And Toad was nominated for 3 TONY Awards - including Best Musical. Based on Arnold Lobel's beloved children’s books and featuring a jazzy, upbeat score by Robert and Willie Reale that bubbles with melody and wit, the show is an inventive, exuberant, and enchanting experience for the whole family.

All aboard Disney’s Choo-Choo Soul “With Genevieve!” Genevieve is the hippest of all singing train conductors. Together with DC, her beat boxing, break dancing railroad engineer, Genevieve brings Choo-Choo Soul to South Orange for a show full of soulful renditions of the ABC’s, 1-2-3’s, and all your favorite Disney songs covered with catchy beats.

Disney’s Choo-Choo Soul “With Genevieve!” has been honored with a Parents Choice Award for Children’s Television.       

Stay after the show for a meet & greet with Genevieve and DC in the SOPAC Loft! 

Recommended Ages: 4-8
Running Time: approximately 60 minutes   

Kids ‘N Family Series sponsored by Robert Northfield.
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Use code Kid15 to save 15% on tickets to two or more performances purchased in the same order. Tickets may be purchased online, by phone at (973) 313-2787 or in person at the SOPAC Box Office. Discounts cannot be combined, SOPAC Members are not eligible for the Kid15 promotion. All sales are final. Tickets are non-refundable.                                                                       

Choo-Choo Soul’s Genevieve

Born to musician parents in the San Francisco Bay Area, Genevieve Goings has been creating music since childhood. She perfected her live stage performance touring with her neo-soul band, Legato in 2004. Genevieve’s studio career began in hip-hop, writing and recording hooks for multiple local artists. This expanded into joining many hip hop groups and free styling at many San Francisco venues. Her studio experience led her into voice-over work, and to date she can be found on multiple video games, children’s toys, and websites.

Choo-Choo Soul was developed by video game designer Greg Johnson and music director Burke Treischmann. The two met Genevieve Goings when she auditioned for one of the voice-over roles in a video game they were working on together. Genevieve recorded several character voices on that project, some of which were gospel singers. For those characters, Genevieve suggested singing her lines as opposed to speaking them and both Greg and Burke were so blown away by the soul in her voice that Greg edited the script, adding over 10 pages of new singing lines for Genevieve.

Since the success of Disney’s Choo-Choo Soul “With Genevieve!” she has moved to Los Angeles and released the solo album Diversity Personified, a title expressive of not only her diverse heritage, but her effortless knack for combining genres and styles. In addition to touring with Choo-Choo Soul, Genevieve is also currently working with Disney’s ELL division, creating musical curriculum which teaches English as second language to young children.

Choo-Choo Soul’s DC

Constantine “DC” Abramson is a renaissance man of the entertainment world. Break dancing, beat boxing, acting, painting, drawing and performing as mascots for the NFL’s San Francisco 49ers and the NBA’s Golden State Warriors are among his many talents. DC and Genevieve first toured together in the neo-soul band, Legato. In addition to touring regularly across the US and Canada with Choo-Choo Soul, DC is also currently working on a compilation of beat boxing fused with musical arrangements. Constantine is also a visual artist working in oil on canvas and pen and ink.

Disney’s Choo-Choo Soul "With Genevieve!”Live at Tarrytown Music Hall:  Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017 @ 1pm & 4pm

A Music Hall/Music Without Borders Co-presentation
All aboard Disney’s Choo-Choo Soul “With Genevieve!” Genevieve is the hippest of all singing train conductors. Together with DC, her beat boxing, break dancing railroad engineer, Genevieve brings Choo-Choo Soul to Tarrytown for a show full of soulful renditions of the ABC’s, 1-2-3’s, and all your favorite Disney songs covered with catchy beats. Disney’s Choo-Choo Soul “With Genevieve!” has been honored with a Parents Choice Award for Children’s Television.

The Popovich Comedy Pet Theater (Family) at Tarrytown Music Hall January, 27th, 2017

A Music Hall/Music Without Borders Co-presentation
Made possible in part by Maria Fareri Children's Hospital
The Popovich Pet Theater is entertainment for the whole family, featuring the unique blend of comedy and juggling skills of former Moscow Circus veteran Gregory Popovich and the extraordinary talents of his performing pets. His entourage consists of world-class jugglers, Diamond the Shetland Pony and over 30 performing pets including house cats and dogs (all rescued from animal shelters!), geese, white doves and parrots.The Popovich Comedy Pet Theater has a rich performance history, presenting thousands of shows in more than 20 countries and is currently in its 6th season at the Planet Hollywood Resort/Casino in Las Vegas. Popovich’s 2014 independent film "Popovich and the Voice of the Fabled American West” recently won the Audience Choice Award at the 17th annual Dance with Films Festival in Los Angeles.