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TIBBITS POPCORN THEATRE PRESENTS “PATRICIA POLACCO’S UNION CITY”

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COLDWATER – The characters of Michigan’s own award-winning children’s author/illustrator Patricia Polacco come to life as the Tibbits Summer Theatre company presents “Patricia Polacco’s Union City” at the historic theatre July 22, 23, 29 and 30.

Children’s author/illustrator Patricia Polacco poses with professional actress Annie Ross who will be portraying Trisha in Tibbits Popcorn Theatre’s production of “Patricia Polacco’s Union City” at the historic theatre July 22, 23, 29 and 30. The lower level art gallery of Tibbits also features a solo exhibit of Polacco’s artwork.

Written by Charles Burr and Bobb James, the play was first produced at Tibbits Opera House in 2007. A truly homegrown story, “Patricia Polacco’s Union City” intertwines tales from a variety of Polacco’s books, including “Some Birthday,” “The Bee Tree,” “Rotten Ritchie and the Ultimate Dare,” “Meteor!” “Thank You, Mr. Falker,” “My Rotten Redheaded Older Brother” and “Thunder Cake.”

Filled with double and triple dares, sibling rivalry, birthday surprises, classroom challenges, one very special teacher, and childhood fears put to rest by an ever-present ‘Babushka,’ the play overflows with adventure, wisdom and love. Through her stories, Polacco shares the true power and value of family.

Directed by Katherine Harte-DeCoux, the professional cast includes Tibbits veterans Stephanie Burdick, Jack Hopewell, Gloria Logan, and Matthew C. Scott as well as newcomers Annie Ross and Dominic Green with Rachel Sarles as swing. Production staff features scenic design by Peter Riopelle and Stephanie Burdick, light design by Tyler Evans, costume design by Kate Koskinen, properties by Liz Reaves, and sound design by Josh Rockwell, as well as Lori Wagoner as stage manager, Cordell Smith as technical director and Ruby Rodriguez as scenic artist.

Popcorn Theatre is generously sponsored by Jon and Seibra Herbener, the Bushouse Family and Coldwater Orthodontics and Aligner Center. Additional support is provided by Asama Coldwater Manufacturing, Breco LLC, Dr. Matthew Christopher DDS, PC, Vested Risk Strategies, Coldwater Exchange Club and Great Lakes Chiropractic. Tibbits also receives funding from the Michigan Arts and Culture Council as well as the National Endowment for the Arts.

“Patricia Polacco’s Union City” runs July 22, 23, 29, 30 at 10am. Tibbits’ Art Gallery will also feature a solo art exhibit by Polacco from July 6 through Aug 29. There is no charge to visit the art gallery, which is open before all performances.  The Popcorn Theatre season will end with the “Classic Cartoon Cavalcade” Aug 5-6.

All Popcorn Theatre tickets are reserved and the $10 ticket price includes popcorn and juice at intermission. Popcorn is donated by Ed Lake, with juice donated by McDonalds: The Maynard Organization. Group and family discounts are available. Tickets are available online at Tibbits.org, at the Tibbits Admin Office at 93 W. Chicago Street 9 am to 5 pm weekdays, by calling 517-278-6029, or at the theatre box office one hour prior to all performances. All performances are held at the historic Tibbits Opera House, 14 S. Hanchett in Coldwater.

Tibbits Opera House Announces 2022 Popcorn Theatre Titles 

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COLDWATER – Tibbits Popcorn Theatre returns to delight audiences with its 33rd season featuring five shows created specifically for kids and their families to enjoy Friday and Saturday mornings from June through August.

After a two-year hiatus due to Covid, the highly popular, time-honored tradition returns to the Tibbits stage with three shows presented by the professional company of Tibbits Summer Theatre, plus a magician and the popular classic cartoons. Popcorn Theatre is the perfect way to introduce kids to live theatre. New this year all tickets are for reserved seating.

“Beauty and the Beast,” opens the Popcorn season with an enchanting and magical adaptation of the beloved tale in which things may not be as they appear, and beauty truly is only skin deep! Beautiful but feisty Beauty rescues her father only to find herself a prisoner in the castle of a monstrous Beast. The Beast must earn her love to break the curse which hides the prince inside. The show runs June 17-18 and June 24-25.

Next, Alan Kazam presents his unique blend of amazing magic and laugh-out-loud comedy. Filled with crowd participation, he’ll delight audiences of all ages in the thrills and entertainment. Alan Kazam brings over 30 years’ experience performing all over the country. This performance will run one weekend, July 1-2.

Tibbits Summer Theatre professional company members performed “Goldilocks and the Three Bears” in 2019. Tibbits Popcorn Theatre, a time-honored tradition, returns June 17 with a full schedule including “Beauty and the Beast,” “The Jungle Book,” and “Patricia Polacco’s Union City” as well as magician Alan Kazam and the Classic Cartoon Cavalcade.

Adventure takes the stage with a charming version of “The Jungle Book” July 8-9 and July 15-16. After the threat of the tiger Shere Khan separates him from his human family, man-cub Mowgli must embark upon a journey of self-discovery, excitement and fun to find his way home. On his path he encounters the wise panther Bagheera, the free-spirited bear, Baloo, the cunning snake Kaa, and many others! Based on Rudyard Kipling’s timeless stories, it is the adventure of a lifetime and tale to delight everyone.

A truly homegrown story, “Patricia Polacco’s Union City” intertwines tales from the books of Branch County’s own award-winning children’s author, Patricia Polacco. Filled with double and triple dares, sibling rivalry, birthday surprises, classroom challenges, one very special teacher, and childhood fears put to rest by an ever-present ‘Babushka,’ the play overflows with adventure, wisdom and love. Through her stories, Polacco shares the true power and value of family, with the Tibbits company presenting it July 22-23 and July 29-30. Tibbits’ Art Gallery will also feature a solo art exhibit by Polacco from July 6 through Aug 29.

Wrapping up the Popcorn Theatre season “Classic Cartoon Cavalcade” returns Aug 5-6 with its hilarious, energetic, collection of classic cartoons. It’s a step back in time to the Saturday matinees of the 1940s and 50s with a fresh selection of comedy shorts from Warner Brothers, that come to life on the big screen, complete with popcorn.

Overall Popcorn Theatre sponsors are Jon & Seibra Herbener, Judy Bushouse and Coldwater Orthodontics & Aligner Center. Popcorn shows are also sponsored by Asama Coldwater Manufacturing, Breco LLC, Dr. Matthew Christopher DDS, PC, Vested Risk Strategies, Coldwater Exchange Club, and Great Lakes Chiropractic. The popcorn is donated by Ed Lake, with the juice donated by McDonald’s-The MaynardOrganization.

Tibbits Popcorn Theatre shows are Friday and Saturdays at 10am.  Patrons will be treated to popcorn and juice at intermission. Reserved seating is new this year, and patrons are encouraged to purchase their tickets in advance. Tickets for all patrons are $10 (price includes fees, popcorn and juice) and are available after April 18 at Tibbits.org, by calling 517-278-6029 or at the Tibbits Admin Office at 93 W. Chicago in Coldwater. All performances will take place at Tibbits Opera House, 14 S. Hanchett St., Coldwater, MI. Group rates are available.

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