Families and residents are invited to attend the final performances of Opossum and the Season Stone, presented by the Kennesaw State University Department of Theatre and Performance Studies, on November 15, 16, 22, and 23 at Smith-Gilbert Gardens. This free, fall-themed, multi-sensory immersive production will take place in the Children’s Forest at Swift-Cantrell Park. While admission is free, pre-registration is required.
The family-friendly production features live cello melodies directed by Andrea Washington and was created by Nicole Atkins and Kennesaw State University students. In Opossum and the Season Stone, Opossum worries about the changes winter will bring, while Raccoon frets over her friend’s reluctance to prepare. Audiences will be captivated, wondering what will happen if Opossum resists adapting to the new season. This enchanting outdoor experience invites viewers to join whimsical garden creatures as they help Opossum overcome her fears and embrace nature’s cycles, leaving them with a sense of wonder and delight.
Show times include:
• Friday, November 15, at 10:30 AM
• Saturday, November 16, at 10:30 AM and 3:00 PM (the 3:00 PM performance includes Food Truck Huckadoo Wood-Fired Pizza and family activities)
• Friday, November 22, at 10:30 AM
• Saturday, November 23, at 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM (Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck will sell from 11:30 AM-1:30 PM)
Children ages 0-8 and their caregivers are welcome! Before each show, attendees can enjoy hands-on activities introducing objects used throughout the performance. Tickets are free but required.
