Once Upon a Story,” at the Bedford Village School, celebrates America and brings to life the legendary characters “Johnny Appleseed” and “Big Annie,” and the Native American tale, “The Growing Rock,” with shadow puppets. Children also enjoy a sing-along with American SongFest, which praises the diversity of our culture through song. The hour-long performance runs from April 4 to May 9 and is suitable for school-aged children, Pre-K through third grade.
“Once Upon a Story” at the Bedford Village School [50 Jefferson Ave. at Franklin Avenue, (212) 724-0677] Performances are April 4, 5, 17, 18, 19, 20, 24, 25, 26, 27; and May 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, and 9 at 10:30 am, and at 11 am on April 21 and May 5. Tickets for all performances are $10 in advance, $15 at the door. For more info, visit www.shadowboxtheatre.org.
