The Michigan Theater is proud to present a brand new season of family-friendly entertainment! We join forces again with the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra in offering wholesome live shows perfect for the entire family. Bring your children to the Michigan Theater for the best in theater and music in our Not Just For Kids series and give them the gift of a lifetime of wonderful memories!

"Cows that type? Hens on strike! Whoever heard of such a thing!" Farmer Brown cries. When his granddaughter Jenny comes for a visit, Farmer Brown declared the farm a "tech-free zone." He confiscates her laptop in the cold barn along with the shivering cows who use her computer to type messages requesting blankets. "No way," replies Farmer Brown. "No blankets!" So the cows go on strike and the chickens join them in solidarity. No blankets: no milk, no eggs! Will Farmer Brown give in to the animals' demands? Will Jenny get her computer back? Find out in a hilariously "mooooo-ving" new musical about negotiation and compromise, based on the Caldecott Honor Book by Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin. Grades Pre-K - 4.

Ten-year-old Peter Hatcher's life would be sweet if it weren't for Fudge, his toddler terror of a brother. Peter must deal with Fudgie's disgusting cuteness, his constant meddling with Peter's stuff, and other grave offenses, one of which is almost too much to bear. From the beloved book by the masterful Judy Blume comes a hilarious play about sibling rivalry. Grades 2 - 5. Sponsored by Blue Care Network.

PATCHWORK: THE LITTLE HOUSE LIFE OF LAURA INGALLS WILDER

Laura Ingalls Wilder's tales of outdoor adventure and pioneer spirit will inspire your children as they have millions of boys and girls for over 70 years. Born in 1867, Laura traveled across America's rolling plains in the back of a covered wagon. The Wilders created patchwork quilts that would later help inspire her time-honored books. Laura's quilts still exist today, and their patterns recall her beloved family ­ her strong and caring Pa, her heroic sister Mary, her warm-hearted Ma ­ and their adventures as they crossed the wild and often perilous frontier. Join the Ingalls in this adventure as they face the hardships and the triumphs of the wondrous new land, with sometimes only their faith and the love of family to sustain them. Grades K - 5.

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ARE YOU MY MOTHER?

SHOW CHANGE: Please note that the original show for this date, Ordinary Mary's Extradinary Deed, had to be cancelled due to the cancellation of the entire tour by its producers. We have booked the following show in its place.

At long last, Baby Bird emerges from her shell and expects to be greeted by her mother's song. But her mother is not there. Where is she? Why isn't she home? With the help of Dog, Cat, and Hen, Baby Bird sets out in search of Mother Bird in this colorful musical adventure based on P.D. Eastman's whimsical and well-loved picture book. Grades K - 2.

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This enchanting new drama follows Claudia Kincaid and her brother Jamie up the stone steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art and right into the middle of an adventure sure to captivate audiences of all ages! Based on the Newbery Medal-winning classic by E.L. Konigsburg. Grades 2 - 6.

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THE CHENILLE SISTERS WITH ARIEL & ZOEY

It's time for Allegro & Animal Crackers! Back by popular demand... the Chenilles take ordinary things like washing machines or fruit and create wonderful three-part harmony songs you'll love to sing with them. Music from Disney movies rounds out the program, so come dressed as your favorite Disney character. Pre-concert activities include making kitched percussion instruments to play during the concert.

Ann Arbor is the only U.S. stop on young Mozart's 2010 world tour. During this A2SO commissioned our-hour play, actors tell a story while we play some of Mozart's greatest pieces. While on tour, Wolfie learns that even he needs practice and finds the roads are bumpy. Written by Ann Arbor playwright Jeff Duncan.

Celebrate music that is uniquely American... from Joplin to Broadway and Sousa to Hollywood. Enjoy Copland's Fanfare for the Common Man and Bolcom's Seattle Slew. A young soloist will be featured.