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Puppets — an Intriguing Way to Do Theatre

ByElizabeth Starborn

You may have seen a play that was based on a book. You may even have seen a play that was based on a children’s book. But have you ever seen a play based on a children’s book, done entirely by puppets? There is a very cool-sounding theatre in south Minneapolis called In the Heart…

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A Book for Remembrance Day — War Horse by Michael Morpurgo

ByElizabeth Starborn

Today I’m sharing a book that’s a little different from those I usually share. Since today is November 11, observed here in Canada as Remembrance Day and in the United States as Veterans Day, I wanted to share something that suited the day. Title: War Horse Author: Michael Morpurgo Publisher: London: Egmont, 1982 (there are…

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The Ice Wolf — East Central High, Minnesota

ByElizabeth Starborn

You’re probably used to cheering on a school team in sports. Today we’re cheering for some actors as they advance to State finals for one act plays. East Central High in Minnesota impressed the judges big time as they performed in the play that garnered them first place at the Section 7A Minnesota State High…

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Musicals: Part 3, Singing a Sadder Song

ByElizabeth Starborn

Before the holidays, I dipped into the large, photo-filled, information-packed book Broadway: The American Musical, as I wrote the first two parts of this series. Now I’m watching the PBS series from 2004 — the book was published as a companion to the series. I highly recommend watching the series. The six episodes take you…