Theater Workshops
Let Abbott & Lois bring the theater experience to you! Our 75-minute program consists of professional performances, interactive lessons, and endless opportunities to join in on the action. Perfect for an elementary or middle school assembly, special day at pre-K, or park district event, attendees will walk away with a new appreciation of teamwork and artistry.
Our Workshops
Performance
The workshop begins with our signature 10-minute roll-on-the-floor-laughing play about a monkey at a baseball game. The kids learn about the magic of theater through questions like, “Could you see the ball? Even though there wasn’t a real ball?” The performance also includes a modern adaptation of a classic sketch, monologues, and concludes with a surprise performance by your teachers/counselors.
Interaction
Between each segment of the performance are engaging Q&A sessions. We build excitement among attendees while they build critical thinking skills. The Q&A includes our tried-and-true 5-minute Shakespeare lesson, after which the kids will be able to confidently answer the question, “Who was this guy and why is he so important?”
Participation
Following the performance are countless volunteer opportunities to get on stage and display every aspect of theater, including acting, singing, lighting, sound, and stage management. Teamwork is exerted in full force when the workshop culminates in a demonstration of these aspects working in tandem. But before we depart, there is a special activity that allows every child in the audience to participate!
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About Hiring Us
Ages
The Abbott & Lois Theater Workshop is highly adaptable to different age groups. Our original play has been tested with audiences as young as pre-K and as old as 8th grade, all with the same resulting delight. The workshop portion offers ageless lessons that are adapted and led by experienced director and teacher, Erina Johnson.
Fee
Our Theater Workshop is priced by performances per day. The cost is $400 for the first performance and $200 for each subsequent performance. Whether you have different age groups or would like to increase availability to attend, you can host us for up to four performances in one day!
Custom Plays
Have a topic you would like brought to life through theater? We’ll start your Theater Workshop with a custom play! The team behind Abbott & Lois has written countless educational plays. Contact us to learn more.