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| Performances to Grow On incorporated as a non-profit organization in 1995. The organization produces a variety of events for adults, children and families including "Pieces of the World," a series of 7 multi-cultural performances for an adult audience, The Ventura County Children's Festival, a series of six performances geared for a family audience as well as a variety of workshops in the arts and performances for students. In addition to the two major series, Performances To Grow On also presents additional performances in a variety of locations throughout Ventura County. The mission of the organization is to present performances and workshops that develop a better understanding of world cultures and a greater appreciation of the arts. Season tickets are available for both the Ventura County Children's Festival and for Pieces of the World at savings of more than 30% compared to individual performance prices. |
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| Pieces of the World |
| 09-24-99 Oak
Grove Pavilion |
| Sukay, Music and Dance of the Andes
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| 10-30-99 Laurel
Theater |
| Haunted Bayous With JJ Reneaux and Diane Ferlatte
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| 12-10-99 Laurel
Theater |
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| 01-22-2000 Scherr Forum Theater Thousand Oaks |
| The Gizmo Guys, Jugglers Extraordinaire
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| 02-12-2000 Laurel
Theater |
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| 03-31-2000 Scherr Forum Theater Thousand Oaks |
| Footworks, Percussive Dance Company
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| 04-21-2000 Kavli Theatre Thousand Oaks |
| WOFA, Percussions and Dance From Guinea, Africa
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| 04--04-2000 Kavli Theatre Thousand Oaks |
| King Lear/Aquila Theatre of London
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| May 5-7 various times $55 for the whole festival |
| Ojai Storytelling Festival/Under the Oaks, Beneath the Stars
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| Ventura County Children's Festival"We're
always excited and moved by the Ventura County Children's Festival because, like
childhood itself, the series is all about possibilities. We find that so buoyant, so hopeful." -A Ventura County Parent |
| 10-15-99 Scherr Forum Theater Thousand Oaks |
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| 11-20-99 Scherr Forum Theater Thousand Oaks |
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| 01-22-2000 Scherr Forum Theater Thousand Oaks |
| Gizmo Guys, Jugglers Extraordinaire
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| 02-19-2000 Scherr Forum Theater Thousand Oaks |
| Gold Rush Fever, Theatreworks, USA
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| 03-31-2000 Scherr Forum Theater Thousand Oaks |
| Footworks Percussive Dance Company
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| 04-07-2000 Kavli Theatre Thousand Oaks |
| Beauty and the Beast/Landis and Company
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Sukay
is one of the most celebrated Andean music ensembles in the world. With resounding
pan-pipes, haunting flutes, fast-paced rhythms and vocals, this group will give
you an evening of music never to be forgotten. They have performed at such venues
as Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center and the Smithsonian Institute. This season Sukay
will combine brilliant costumes and dance with their musical program in the exquisite
setting of Oak Grove.
Is
that the sound of ocean waves or is it the ghostly cry of a spirit wandering in
the swamps? Is that a lizard or a giant gator waiting for something tasty to eat?
Come visit haunted bayous and other forlorn locations as Nationally acclaimed
tellers Diane Ferlatte and JJ Reneaux combine their storytelling and musical talents
to take you on a peerless journey full of mystery and sudden surprise. Both tellers
are known for their high-energy performances. Don't miss this chilling experience!
Barrett
Felker and Allan Jacobs, known as the Gizmo Guys, have been entertaining around
the world, touching down on six of the seven continents, as well as stints on
several distant planets. The dynamic duo has proven that together they can amuse
as well as amaze. They combine original routines, quick witted verbal repartee
and world class juggling skills in a very light-hearted approach to the art. "...
It is not often that one finds an artist or group who performs equally well for
both children and adults and the Gizmo Guys are an exception... the media critics
singled them out as a group 'not to be missed." -Gail Barrington, Arden Theatre,
Canada
Dr.
Rex Ellis has been a storyteller for fifteen years and is considered to be one
of America's most gifted tellers. He has taken his craft to Johannesburg South
Africa, Ponce, Puerto Rico, Panama, Quebec, Toronto, St. Croix, St. Thomas, British
Columbia and the National Storytelling Festival in Jonesborough Tennessee. His
style of storytelling educates, informs and entertains, while building bridges
of understanding and respect between different cultural groups. He is presently
Director of the Center for Museum Studies at the Smithsonian Institution. Rex
combines music and song along with powerful telling to create an evening of wonder
and joy! One of the very best tellers you'll ever hear, don't miss Rex Ellis.
Footworks
presents a uniquely American story: an exuberant fusion of live music, comedy,
singing and a dazzling array of percussive dance forms rooted in different cultures.
After seeing them in Canada, I thought they would be a brilliant addition to this
year's series. Since 1979 Footworks has represented American culture internationally;
including a Smithsonian Institution tour of Japan, and as guest artists with Riverdance
in London. "Their imaginative choreography combined elements of clog, step and
tap dance into one breathlessly kinetic and vibrantly percussive performance."
-The Washington Post. 
Fasten
your seat belts and get ready for the dance and music event of the season! Straight
from the street of Africa to you, WOFA! - which means "come together" in the Guinean
soso dialect - is a non-stop explosion of drumming, acrobatic dancing and chanting.
14 energetic performers will astound you with their electricity, blend of ancient
rituals, exotic instruments and contemporary vision. They have already brought
audiences to their feet in Asia, Europe and North America! 
King
Lear is recognized as one of the finest plays in dramatic literature and is among
the very best of Shakespeare's tragedies. The Aquila Theatre Company's new production
of this wonderful play promises to be a compelling piece of stunning theatricality.
Set in an elemental world of barren landscapes and supernatural storms, the staging
of this passionate story will prove memorable. The Aquila ensemble tells the story
with expert acting, inventive movement, passionate music and textual clarity.
This production of King Lear will be a truly theatrical experience bringing to
life the brilliance of Shakespeare's understanding of the universal human condition.
No play could be more appropriate to the times as we approach the new millennium.
Tom
Chapin is a gifted entertainer who charms kids of all ages. He happens to be my
favorite family performer. A two time Grammy nominee, Tom's remarkable musicianship,
great songwriting and personal warmth shine through to create concerts that are
little feats of magic. Come discover why Tom Chapin is considered to be one of
the world's greatest family performers! 
Come
see why audiences on three continents have given rave reviews to the Cashore Marionettes.
Through virtuoso manipulation, the character of each marionette is revealed in
vignettes which carry the audience through a wide range of experiences and emotions.
The effect is totally engaging and truly magnificent. You have to see it and even
then, you won't believe it. 
One
hundred fifty years ago, in 1848, gold was found at Sutter's Mill in California-
a discovery that would fuel the dreams and change the lives of countless people
all over the world. Theatreworks brings its newest musical production all about
the California Gold Rush and the people who made history. Gold Rush with a rousing
musical score, tells the story of those who plumbed their own inner resources
in a land of unlimited possibilities, to start new lives and make their dreams
a reality, simultaneously building a great new state. Theatreworks always delivers
quality and inspiration. 
This
incredible company has thrilled audiences all over the United States with its
stunning productions combining theater, classical music and spectacular illusions.
Landis and Company conjures up the classic mythical tale of the redemptive power
of love with evocative simplicity. Striking theatrical images are created with
inventive moving fabric sculptures, shadow play, masks, life-size puppets, stage
illusions, and actively transforming costume effects. On a musical background
of classical masterpieces the story unfolds like a vivid fantastical dream. Landis
and company capture the essence of this powerful myth as never done before! Not
to be missed!