When students attend a live performance, something magical can happen. A great story teller can recreate a time from the past that previously seemed remote. A musician with familiar songs and melodies can deliver a message and even encourage learning a new instrument.


The excitement created during a performance can fuel a child to want to read more, talk about it, and imagine the possibilities. For these reasons the Grey Nun Academy Home and School Board Association is committed to bringing professional and high caliber programs to our school. We have five unique programs offered for the 2007-2008 school year. As always, we encourage parents to attend our programs and share in the excitement and learning we have planned for our student body.

MatheMagic!

Mathematics
September 20th
9:00 AM for all grades K-8th


Internationally acclaimed magician Bradley Fields brings his MatheMagic! show which uses magic to teach math concepts. Using a “discovery approach” along with costumes, music, visuals and audience participation, Bradley Fields connects with students with his famous magic illusions and then teaches students to unlock the mysteries of mathematics. MatheMagic! ™ is an exciting show specifically designed for school audiences and has received the highest praise for combining world-class entertainment with strong educational content. Please feel free to visit the MatheMagic!™ web site at www.mathemagic.com
 

Mobile Ed Productions

Physics is Fun

October 22nd
9:00 AM for grades K-3
10:00 AM for grades 4-8
(3 workshops in the afternoon for 5th,6th, and 7thgrade)


Students will gain an appreciation and interest for the laws of physics while gaining hands-on experience testing out some of the theories. The show is based on Sir Isaac Newton and his Law of Physics as well as the inventions of Robert Vandegraff and Nikola Tesla. The categories of physics explored are: sound, static electricity, gyroscopic stability and the final segment deals with Newtons’ third law, the law of action and reaction. During the final act, the performer will introduce a pulse ram jet engine. Our audience will appreciate the excellent visuals and hands-on workshops.

Website: www.mobileedproductions.com

Billy B. Productions

Waves of the Bay

Rhythm and Roots
February 1st
9:00 AM for grades K-4th
10:00 AM for grades 5th–8th


Billy B., guitarist and performer, has performed all over the country teaching children to dance their way to a better understanding of the natural world. By nature children love to move, make noise, and sing to music. Billy B. brings to life such important topics as the rain forest, ozone depletion, and the greenhouse effect by parodying popular songs. He helps students to understand the human activities causing problems for the world’s biodiversity and offers possible solutions through his funny songs, dances, and physical comedy routines. Billy’s show is enhanced by a colorful multi-layered backdrop that helps to illustrate the exciting concepts explained.

Website: www.billybproductions.com

 Edward “Ned” Hector

Revolutionary War Hero

February 28th
9:00AM for grades 1st-2nd
10:00AM for grades 3rd-4th
11:00AM for grades 5th-6th
12:00AM for grades 7th-8th


Noah Lewis, historian and Revolutionary War re-enactor, brings to life the contributions of black soldiers and Revolutionary War hero, Edward “Ned” Hector, during his historic portrayal. He tells the story of this black soldier who fought in an elite fighting unit noted for his exceptional bravery during the Battle of Brandywine. Lewis accurately portrays the soldier by speaking with mixed slices of dialogue that Hector might have used as he shows the children how the Colonial soldiers worked as a team to operate cannons during battle. He also dresses complete in Colonial-style attire. Lewis also participates in Revolutionary War re-enactments, including the annual Washington Crossing the Delaware in Upper Makefield. Visit his Website at: www.nedhector.com for more information and facts.
 

Meet the Musicians

Mozart

May 6th
9:00 AM for grades Pre-K-2nd
10:00 AM for grades 3rd-6th


Meet Dennis Kobray, brilliant pianist, who has a passion for music and history. Mr. Kobray sparks the interest of his audience by introducing classical music and history with his highly engaging assembly. An authentic character portrayal of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart will be performed complete with a live piano performance, recorded excerpts of the most famous works, as well as colorful mural backdrops. He teaches the underlying theme of a composer’s perseverance in the face of adversity and his portrayals of famous musicians in front of live audiences have earned him appearances on NBC’s Today Show, National Public Radio, and The National Symphony Orchestra in Washington, D.C. New York Times has written that, “Kobray is helping to create the concert-going audience for the next generation. CD’s of different composers can be purchased on his website at: www.meetthemusicians.us/ to further your child’s interest in classical music.