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Letter from the Producer ................. 3 ....... ......................................

Before You Go

Theater Etiquette

Scenic Breakdown

Synopsis .........

About the Author

After the Show

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d. ·pl;..,ary Activities Inter 1sc1 J.U ············ .............. ............................ 11 & 12

Acrostic ..................... ................... 13 ······· ...............................

Think Theatrically ......................... ....... ... .. ..... ................. .......... 14

Fan Letter 15 ............................... ........................ ...... ... . .. ......... .. . ..... 16

······························· Theater Vocabulary

Write a Review

Careers in the Arts ........

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j\lllencan F amity Th@ater

Dear Educator:

This guide contains suggested learning experiences for various grade levels. It is intended to

help your students enjoy and utilize the theater-going experience. Please select those ideas that best

relate to your curriculum and classroom needs. We would appreciate knowing which suggestions

you actually incorporated into your lesson plans and how they worked for you.

Share your fun and ideas with us. We will be pleased to receive any projects that grow from

this experience ... letters, cassettes, original drawings, photos, etc. You may send them to:

American Family Theater, Inc. 1429 Walnut Street

4th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19102

Theater is, indeed, a superb learning tool that you and your students will share, cherish and

remember. We look forward to welcoming you and your classes to the theater.

Cordially,

Laurie Wagman Founder/Chairman

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Before You ao: P AsK the students to recall the story ofPINOCCHIO by telling it informally, as they remember

it. Have they recounted the traditional story or an adaptation? Discuss the fact that there are many

versions or adaptations of all tales. Identify the main characters and the basic story using the

attached synopsis.

DETERMINE if they have seen the story of PINOCCHIO performed before (On film? On

stage? At school? In professional theater? Maybe on TV or video?) and in what art form. (Play?

Ballet? etc.) Maybe they have read the book? Discuss any recollections in terms of similarities and

differences. Do the different art forms affect their impressions? If so, try to make them aware of

their varying reactions.

SET a part of the classroom aside for a 'Pinoccbio Comer'. Ask students to bring in various

books, CD's, tapes, pictures, dolls, puppets, original drawings, etc. for perusing at their leisure.~

EXPLAIN to students that they are about to see a live, on-stage production of PINOCCHIO.

There will be songs and dances, as well as acting, to tell the story.

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~Note: This original musical adaptation is presented by American Family Theater for audiences ~ ~ ~ I across the country. Students can expect to see the traditional Pinocchio characters. I ~ ~ 1/#/I/A'/I/I/I/I/IYI/I'/.I/I/I'/I/IYI/I/I/I/IYI/I/I/#/I/I/.#/I/I'/I/I/,I/I/I/I/1/I/I/I/I/I/I/I/I/I/I/I/I/I/I/.I'/I/I/I/I/I/I/I/I/I/I/I/I/IYI/I/I/I/I/I/Jii'/.1/I/I/IYI/I/I/.I/,I/I/I/I/I/I~:#

~ENCOURAGE the students to relax and get into the spirit of the play once they are

in the theater. Tell them they should use their imaginations freely and feel comfortable to respond

openly to the actors on the stage.

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The audience plays a key part in the overall theater experience. Each audience member affects those around him or her as well as the performers.

Remind your class that everyone will have an especially wonderful time at the performance by remembering their theater manners.

Here is how students can help:

•!• It is important to remain seated throughout the entire performance.

•!• Restroom visits are best made prior to seating.

•!• Photography and recording during the performance are not permitted.

•!• Give your full attention and energy to the performers. In return, the performers give it back to you with a better performance.

•!• Don't talk during the show unless you are asked. Sometimes we think that if we whisper, it is okay. But if everyone in the audience whispers, it can be disruptive to the performers.

•!• Turn watches, pagers and cell phones to silent.

•!• Do not interrupt performers with comments that may disrupt the performance for others.

•:• Show the performers your appreciation for their efforts by applauding.

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Book, Lyrics & Music: Don Kersey

Pinocchio Gepetto Blue Fairy

CHARACTERS Finnicky Fox Candlwyck Gina

Scenic Breakdown:

SCENIC BREAKDOWN/MUSICAL NUMBERS

ACTI

Piazza Pamona "IN THE VILLAGE SQUARE" ......................................... The Company

Gepetto's Workshop "A REAL BOY" .................................................................... Gepetto "PINOCCIDO, MY SON" ....................................... Gepetto & Company

The Piazza "SPINACH" ...................................................................... Blue Fairy "STAY AWAY" ............... . ................................ Finocchio & Candlwyck "GOOD OLD DAYS" ............................. ............................. Fox

Carnival Grounds "JOIN A SHOW" ...................................................... Gina & Company

A Clearing in the Woods "LET'S GO" ....................................................... Gina, Fox & Candlwyck

ACT II

Entrance Gate to Candyland "DONKEY SONG" ..................................................................... Gina

The Woods

In the Belly of a Whale

A Clearing in the Woods "FINALE" ....... .... .. ..... .. .............................................. The Company

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The story begins in the Village Square, where kindly Gepetto

operates a toyshop. Next door to Gepetto lives Gina, a doggedly

practical gypsy who runs the local carnivaL Gepetto has grown lonely over the years,

and in the opening scene, Gepetto tells Gina that he thinks his newest puppet,

Pinocchio, looks like a real boy.

Later that evening, The Blue Fairy visits Gepetto's shop. She grants

Gepetto his wish and brings Pinocchio to life. The entire village is in awe of

the walking, talking puppet. Gepetto immediately begins teaching Pinocchio

right from wrong. He starts by sending Pinocchio to schooL

On his way to his first day of school, Pinocchio meets Candlwyck, a sly, silly

boy from the village. Candlwyck is quick to tell Pinocchio that school is no fun.

According to Candlwyck, real fun is had by fishing and swimming. He convinces

Pinocchio to cut school with him. On their way to the water, Finicky Fox, an

unsavory animal who conspires to sell Pinocchio to Gina's puppet show, intercepts

them. Finicky tries luring Pinocchio and Candlwyck to the Village Square by enticing

them to experience a new kind of fun ... The CarnivaL

Magically, the Blue Fairy appears and implores Pinocchio to be good. She also

gives him a warning: "Every time you tell a lie, your nose will grow longer and

longer." Pinocchio tries to be good, but, under the influence ofCandlwyck and

Finicky Fox, he begins lying. He lies to Gepetto. He lies to himself. Just as the Blue

Fairy warned, his nose begins to grow longer and longer.

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Unable to control his childish impulses, Pinocchio strays even further when

Finicky and Gina convince him to visit Candy Land, a place where everything is

sweet and happy. But Candy Land holds a secret. All boys who visit Candy Land,

never leave! Instead, they turn into donkeys, remaining prisoner to the Coachman of

Candy Land. Candlwyck rushes into Candy Land. He returns to the gates with long

ears and a tail.

Back at the Village, Gepetto has grown sad and lonely. He fears that Pinocchio

has been lost in the ocean. Gepetto goes to the beach to look for Pinocchio, and is

swept out to sea by a wave. Helpless in the ocean, Gepetto is swallowed by a whale!

The Blue Fairy pays one final visit to Pinocchio. She tells him that Gepetto has

been lost in the ocean as a result ofPinocchio's wicked ways. Pinocchio begs the

Blue Fairy for forgiveness, but she tells him that he must prove himself worthy

enough to be forgiven. Following a thrilling chase, Pinocchio heads out to the ocean

in search of the whale that is holding Gepetto. They become reunited in the whale's

belly, and work together to build a fire that sets them free. The smoke makes the

whale sneeze, thus expelling them from the belly all the way back to the Village

Square!

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About the Author:

This Italian author is better known by his pseudony~ Carlo

Collodi, the creator of Pinocchio.

collection & editing of materials for

~ Pseudonym: A fictious name also called a pen name.

Journalism: The \

presentation through the Collodi joined the seminary before he turned to news media.

journalism. He started publishing a newspaper of

political satire in 1848 but by 1861 he had begun writing

for children. ~ Political Satire: A cartoon or funny story making fun of serious politics.

Pinocchio, called Giannettino in Italian, was published in

1876. The first chapter appeared in a children's magazine in \__ r-P-ub-li-sh-e-d:-An-----,

authors' work

1881 called Giorrnale dei bambini. issued to the public.

Pinocchio is a favorite with children around the world because

he is just like a 'real boy', mischievous and fun loving!

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QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION

Ask the students to express their feelings as they recall the story line of the production.

• What was the relationship between Pinocchio & Candlwyk? • Why did Pinocchio stay away from school? • Where did he plan to go? • How did the Fox treat Pinocchio? Gina? • Why did Gina want Pinocchio for her sideshow? • What did Gina's actions and behavior reveal about her character? • What did the Blue Fairy think that Pinocchio should do? • What was the relationship between Pinocchio and Gepetto? How did it change as the story

progressed? • How did the boys turn into donkeys? • What saved Pinocchio? • How did he get back from Candy Land? • Where was Gepetto? • How did Pinocchio find him? • What did Pinocchio learn? • What did Candlwyck learn? • Why did Gepetto carve Pinocchio? • In what ways was Candlwyck a friend to Pinocchio? • What characteristics ofPinocchio make him seem human?

ALTERNATE TITLES

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Have the students be creative and think of some other possible titles for the show.

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SOC.All.. STUDIES/CULTURES/GEOGRAPHY

•:• Research Italy. Its culture, people, customs and, of course, the foods they are famous for.

riJ Find it on a map and locate important cities and landmarks.

SCIENCE

•:• In the story ofPinocchio, Gepetto is swallowed up by a whale. Is this really possible?

Research whales and learn as much about them as you can.

LANGUAGE ARTS

•:• WRITING ASSIGNMENTS:

~: Write a sequel to the Pinocchio story.

Have students play the character in the show and other students interview them and

write articles about them.

•:• WORD GAMES:

• Have the students find as many words as they can using the letters in:

P I NOCC H IO

• Unscramble these words from the show:

TECHNOLOGY

OGTETPE (Gepetto)

NIRV AACL (Carnival)

SLOHOC (School)

AEWLH (Whale)

CNOPCIIDO (Pinocchio)

OKDYEN (Donkey)

•:• Use the interviews and articles about the show and character to create a newspaper using a

word processing program. Include advertisements too!

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MUSIC

•:• Collect as many soundtracks from musical versions ofPinocchio as you can find. Have the

class listen to them all. What are the differences? How do the versions use the music to

convey each part of the story.

CRAFTS

•:• Create your own Candy Land diorama.

Use a shoebox to create your own Candy Land. Be sure to use candy to create everything in

the scene ... be creative!

ART

•:• There are many famous Italian artists. Here are a few for you to research. Who is your

favorite? What is their style? Can you create a picture ofPinocchio in the style of these

artists?

FORGEIN LANGUAGES

Leonardo da Vinci

Michelangelo

Raphael

•:• Here are some basic Italian words and some from the show for you to learn. Which ones are

similar to English and which ones are different?

rosso (red)

verde (green)

blu (blue)

uno (one)

due (two)

tre (three)

ciao (hello)

arrivederci (goodbye)

scuola (school)

balena (whale)

caramella (candy)

asino (donkey)

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llnNK. THEATRICALL~ ABOUT THE PRODUCTION:

• Describe the sets and how they establish the scenes for different parts of the story. (What did

you actually see and what did you see with your imagination?)

• How did the addition of music and dance add to the story?

• What kind of dances did you see? (Ballet? Waltz? Etc.) How were they different?

• What did the different costumes tell you about each character?

• What do you think was the funniest part of the show? The scariest? The nicest?

• Have you ever been to a live stage show before?

• What role did the audience play in the production?

• If you could be in the show, which role would you prefer?

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HOW ABOUT YOU: • Do you like to act? Sing? Dance?

• Have you ever been on stage?

• What did you do on stage?

• Share your experience with your class.

• Would you like to be in a show?

CREATE YOUR OWN MUSICAL: Write your own story or choose a favorite storybook and make a musical out of it. Start by writing a

script, music & lyrics. Decide who will play each part, who will sing and who will dance.

Choreograph the song(s). Have the students not playing parts design sets and costumes and make

them. Give everyone a job that best suits their capabilities! Perform your play for another class or

grade.

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Fan Letter: Write a letter to your favorite actor in the show. Express how you feel about the character in the show.

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H ere Is a s o wor sa ou e ea er or you li t f d b t th th t ~ t o ge t t kn 0 ow.

Actor A theatrical performer.

Applause Approval expressed by the clapping of hands.

Back-Stage The area behind and to the side of the part of the stage where the action of the performance takes place.

Choreographer The person who develops and arranges the dance movements for the dancers and actors.

Composer A person who writes music.

A style of clothes, including garments, accessories and hair Costume style, characteristic of a particular country, period or cultural,

worn on-stage during a theatrical production.

The group of people who run the various technical operations Crew during a performance, including the lighting, curtain, set, scene

changes, sound effects and props.

Designers Individuals who create the set, costumes, lighting and sound effects for the performance.

Director The person who supervises all the artists during rehearsals and instructs all dramatic aspects of the production.

Lyricist The person who writes the words for a song.

Musical Theater A play that uses music, song and dance to tell the story.

Play A staged representation of an action or story.

Playwright The person who writes plays.

Props All the objects used in a theatrical production.

Score The sheet music that the actor memorizes and performs.

Script Pages from which the actors read their lines.

Stage Manager The person who assists the director during rehearsal and supervises the physical aspects of a stage production.

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Write a RevieW:

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t\ccornp~ Computer Graphics Illustrator Props Designer

Actor/ Actress Composer Instrumentalist Publisher

Artist Concert Singer

Artistic Director Conductor

Librettist Scenic Designer

Lighting Designer Jftspecial Effects

Art Teacher Costume Designer Makeup Artist Stage Director

Band Director Critic Music Teacher Stage Hand

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Choir Director r Dancer Musician Stage Manager

Dialect Coach Orchestrator Theater Director

Choreographer Extra Painter Camera Operator

Cinematographer Fashion Designer Producer \Tocalist ~ Active Learning

What career would you consider interesting? Where do you think you could go to learn more about it?

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Word search: American Family Theater brings many wonderful classics to life on stage. Each musical production is filled with beautiful dance, costumes, sets, song and special effects to tell the ~

story. ?\k~ ~

Find and circle the names of favorite characters from the word bank below. The names can go up, r:Jt down, dia onal, backwards or forwards. ~ A p s c R 0 0 G E Q p y

N I 0 G L A G

I E A C B N R B Q u D S I D A 0 M R R 0 E T M H E y L G T R T Z I D L y N I

Beast Beauty Cinderella Dorothy

V A N A L T G I V N R J E E N T U F H M H 0 W D D 0 E N R J S C F B E A H R V R A Z J C E Q s J M E Z S W I K C 0

K N W U N Y 0 I S Z D M G D K K A I R L U B A W X Y N u c J E H D U T Y W E K Q X p X F I G Y C z u v H T 0 T S G

E M I T A N C T S L V H c v p F T P Z R I I A N C X 0 K K C E Y C K F H D K I J F 0 K H 0 R M L J I B

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T Y N I T Q N 0 U A A E B P Q M M D L D A A N N S L B 0 I F L G T E T E N W A V R R I L X E K Z I T D N A C M N B R E F I G D C C c w 0 u s F C F W L L I 0 N Q B X Z P H W Y E R A I P P I P

Word Bank Huck Finn Knave Lion Little Mermaid Pinocchio Pippi Longstocking Prince

Queen Scare Crow Scrooge Tin Man Tiny Tim Tom Sawyer WizardofOz

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Be Creative: Make a picture of your favorite scene in the performance. Be sure to show costumes, the set and the actors ou like best.

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