ABT: Romeo and Juliet
The dancers of American Ballet Theatre retell the classic tale of Romeo and Juliet, through Sir Kenneth MacMillan’s choreography. Students learn the aspects of this specific production that make it unique.

ABT: The Nutcracker
American Ballet Theatre's The Nutcracker is filled with spectacle and delight. Students will become familiar with the characters and plot, along with learning what makes this version of The Nutcracker different from others.

Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Chronicling the zany escapades of Tom, Huck and the rest of the gang, this spirited version stays true to Twain’s original masterpiece by capturing the essence of youth and the American rural experience through its quick and clever song and dance numbers.

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
In this delightful adaptation of her popular children's book , Judith Viorst sets Alexander's rather trying life to music and brings to stage one of America's feistiest characters. The Cuesheet includes student activities in acting and writing poems.

Alexander Who's Not, Not, Not, Not, Not, Not Going to Move
In this second tale of Judith Viorst's Alexander, actors bring the story to life through music and drama. Learn about musicals, the roles of the actors, adapting a story for the stage, and audience etiquette.

Alice
Meet Alice, Robin, and an invisible rabbit and join them on a gi-gun-do, fantas-ti-co journey through the Big City. Learn the process involved to get a story ready for the stage.

Alice in Wonderland
This issue of Cuesheet focuses on Ric Averill’s theatrical adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater introduces students to the world of Modern Dance through the choregraphy of company founder, Alvin Ailey. Students learn the choreographic elements and background of the company's most-beloved work, Revelations.

American Ballet Theatre: Working Rehearsal '02
American Ballet Theatre rehearses the full-length Ballet, Romeo and Juliet, before their evening performance.

American Ballet Theatre: Working Rehearsal '04
Learn about the ballets Without Words, Within You Without You, and Raymonda.

Animalia
From a magnified look at butterfly metamorphosis, to an undersea ballet of whales, to his ever-popular foam-carved dragons, Hobey Ford explores the amazing world of animals from a variety of realistic, environmental, and mythical points of view.

Ballet Nacional de Cuba: Working Rehearsal
The Cuba-trained corps de ballet dazzles with remarkable footwork in this production of the classic and mysterious ballet of love, romantic sacrifice, and graceful dance.

Bowen McCauley Dance
The dancers of Bowen McCauley Dance explore modern movement with new, live music. Students gain insight to the highly-musical choreography of Lucy Bowen McCauley.

Brave No World
Are 'cool guy' John and 'teacher's pet' Lexie about to become brother and sister? Two opposite personalities come together and explore social change through literature.

Brothers of the Knight
Though the young Knight brothers are forbidden to dance by their strict preacher father, they continue to sneak out night after night. The only clues to where they go are the torn-up shoes by their beds the next morning. When the housekeeper catches on to

Capturing Nureyev: James Wyeth Paints the Dancer
Images of the late phenom dancer, Rudolf Nureyev, are captured forever by the paintings of American Artist, James Wyeth.

Carmen Jones
This dazzling version of Hammerstein's 1943 Broadway musical updates Bizet's tragic opera masterpiece from 19th-century Seville to the Deep South during World War II, and with an African-American cast.

Cathy and Marcy's Country Music Jamboree
Join Country Music artists Cathy Fink, Marcy Marxer, and the band as they introduce you to the humble beginnings of Country Music. Learn about the styles, instruments, and personalities of this truly American art form.

Children of Uganda: Tour of Light: 2002
Dance Magazine calls this award-winning production by 18 tremendously entertaining dancers and singers “one of the happiest occasions of the performance season.”

Citizen 13559: The Journal of Ben Uchida
Given a journal to record his life's events, young Ben writes of his experiences in a Japanese internment camp. Explore the struggle of a family forced to begin a new and difficult life.

Color Me Dark
Learn about what Happens in the Play, fiction and fact, theater, how the story is told on stage, and resources.

Color of Justice
Theatreworks/USA shows how a courageous young African American girl and talented NAACP attorney Thurgood Marshall (a future Supreme Court Justice) struggled to challenge the doctrine of “separate but equal” and fight for civil rights.

Cyrano '04
Learn about: Cyrano's story, the power of words, and how the story is told.

Cyrano '98
Valiant soldier…hopeless romantic…and the not-so-proud owner of an ENORMOUS nose. That’s Cyrano de Bergerac, the swashbuckling hero who, despite his many gifts, feels no woman can ever love him because of the way he looks.

Dreams in the Golden Country
Immigrants are flocking to the “golden country” to escape poverty and persecution in Europe. Zipporah Feldman, her sister Tovah, and her mother come from Russia to the U.S. to join their father.

Emperor's New Clothes
The lighthearted tale by Hans Christian Andersen is now a delightful new musical adaptation for young people! The perfect introduction to opera, The Emperor’s New Clothes includes charming arias and beautiful melodies.

Empire Brass
In this entertaining and enlightening presentation, students become familiar with the trumpet, French horn, trombone, and tuba and hear how delightful and beautiful an ensemble of brass instruments can sound.

Felix Pitre: Stories and Songs of Puerto Rico
Learn about various aspects of storythelling and Puerto Rican culture.

Ferdinand the Bull
When all the other young bulls are fighting, Ferdinand would rather smell the flowers. This beloved classic is now a musical in English and Spanish, and never has uno toro been so much fun!

Festival of China
In this Cuesheet, learn about the arts of China: Peking opera, acrobatics, folk dance, puppetry, ballet, traditional music, and puppetry.

Fiddlin' with Stories
Brother and sister duo, John Blake Jr. and Charlotte Blake Alston, take students on a storytelling adventure, demonstrating the use of string instruments in African history and culture.

Fly Dance Company
Learn about Fly, street dance, the names of the moves, and the performers.

Flying Across America (Student Cuesheet)
Take a whirlwind tour of the United States through its diverse music. Journey with the NSO, from the sounds of the small town band in Ives' Country Band March to the music of the American West with Copland's "Buckaroo Holiday".

Harlem
Experience the sights, sounds, and stories of Harlem in this incredible show with a live jazz ensemble! In this tale told by a spellbinding storyteller, the poetry of the Caldecott Award-winning book by Walter Dean Myers and Christopher Myers becomes musi

Hello Maru-Chan: A World of Paper
Discover life's lessons of growing up with Maru Chan, as she explores her natural environment where everything is made of paper.

Hip-Hop to da Head
Rokafella, Kwikstep, and the other hip-hop artists of Full Circle Productions will break lock, pop, and uprock until you stand and cheer. Join the company as they teach audiences about the five components of the hip-hop culture.

How Do You Spell HOPE?
Interlaced with humor and humanity—and performed by both actors and puppets upon a giant pop-up book set—How Do You Spell Hope? celebrates the power of reading through “one of the best pieces of family theater in a long time” (The Boston Herald).

Into the Woods, Jr.
You’ll recognize Cinderella, two princes, Little Red Riding Hood, the big bad Wolf, Jack, and Rapunzel-each with a delightful, imaginative twist.

Joffrey Ballet of Chicago: The Nutcracker
Marked by bold choreography, dramatic gesture, and elaborate spectacle, the Joffrey Ballet of Chicago brings its glittering production of The Nutcracker to Washington.

Kala Jojo: A Journey Through Words and Worlds
Known as “The Tall Storyteller,” Kala JoJo offers living lessons to children and adults alike, through traditional folktales and poetry embellished with a myriad of African rhythms—from drums and harp to kalimba and xylophone.

Kirov Ballet: Working Rehearsal
When Tchaikovsky composed his scores, he specifically wrote them for the Kirov Ballet. At this rehearsal, students experience a rare glimpse behind the scenes of this artistic dynasty. The Kirov Ballet presents Marius Petipa’s The Sleeping Beauty.

Kuniko Yamamoto, Japanese Storyteller
Delightful Japanese storyteller Kuniko Yamamoto combines pantomime, original music, handcrafted masks, origami, stylized movements, and a touch of magic to bring to life traditional folktales from her home country.

Lewis and Clark: West for America
Journey with songwriter and storyteller David Walburn as he brings to life stories from the long journey and explorations of the American West.

Light in the Storm
Teenager Amelia Martin has an important job helping to tend a lighthouse in the border state of Delaware in 1861. As the Civil War breaks out, Amelia continues to stand her watch each night as a lighthouse keeper.

Light of Excalibur
Find out what happens in the play, more about the story, the duties of the creative team, and more.

Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse
Lilly’s new purple plastic purse is so perfect she just has to show it to everyone-right in the middle of class! Follow Lilly through her lessons in the classroom to her adventures with her friends in this enchanting and humorous tale.

Límon Dance Company: The Moor’s Pavane
The Límon Dance Company performs The Moor's Pavane, José Límon's dance interpretation of the legendary story of Othello. Learn about space, time, gesture, and energy—the dance elements used in José Límon’s 1949 masterpiece.

Little Women
This is the story of four sisters - Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy - growing up in New England at the time of the Civil War. In this theatrical adaptation, several of the major events from the 1869 novel are highlighted.

Martha Graham Dance Company
Learn how company members rehearse and prepare for specific roles, including lead roles in Lamentation and Errand Into the Maze.

Midsummer Night's Dream
Based on Shakespeare’s delicious comedy, this dance performance is charming and often hysterically funny, with enough twists and turns to keep everyone on the edge of their seats.

National Ballet of Canada: Swan Lake
Join the artistic staff and dancers of The National Ballet of Canada as they work to perfect their production of Swan Lake. Learn the basics of the ballet and what makes James Kudelka's choreography and staging different from other versions.

New York City Ballet: Working Rehearsal '04
Learn about George Balanchine, Prodigal Son, and Concerto Barocco, and other aspects of dance.

Nightingale
Based on a centuries-old Chinese story retold by Hans Christian Andersen, The Nightingale follows the tale of a greedy emperor who captures a sweet-singing nightingale to keep for himself, only to learn valuable lessons about friendship and freedom.

NSO Ensemble: Connections - Science and Music
This Cuesheet gets students thinking about what music and science have in common, why musicians have to think like scientists, and the perfomance by members of the NSO.

NSO: American Salute (Student Cuesheet)
Learn about music made in America, sounds—American style, and Americans at home and abroad.

NSO: American Salute (Teacher Cuesheet)
Learn about music made in America, sounds—American style, Americans at home and abroad.

NSO: Brought to You by the Letter 'B'
Young children will be introduced to to classical music’s three Bs (Bach, Beethoven, and Brahms) and an unlikely musical trio.

Pearl
A beautiful girl in the magical city of Noval, Pearl is abandoned by her wicked, fading pop-star Stepmother. Luckily, she happens upon the Seven Dwowns, hysterically funny little circus acrobats. They protect her from harm and help her find courage.

Project Bandaloop: Working Rehearsal
Learn about the program, going over the edge, bringing the outdoors inside, playing with nature, and combining dance and rock climbing.

Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka
Learn about the characters and story, how the story is told through music, and creating Wonka's world of pure imagination.

Royal Danish Ballet: Working Rehearsal
Learn about the story of La Sylphide, what a Bournonville ballet look like, and Etudes.

San Francisco Ballet: Working Rehearsal
The San Francisco Ballet is among the leaders of international dance. Known for impeccable technique, breathtaking dancers, and broad repertory, San Francisco Ballet performs a fascinating blend of traditional productions and innovative new works.

Shakespeare Stealer
A young boy in Shakespeare’s time steals away to the Globe Theatre and encounters the Bard and his famous company of actors. Swordplay and wordplay share the stage with pure fun, and surprises aplenty keep everyone’s rapt attention until the final scene.

Stories and Songs of Latin America
The exciting rhythms and boisterous tales of Latin America are irresistible in this musical celebration that includes the popular song La Bamba. Children can’t help but clap along as they learn about the customs and culture of Latin America.

Suzanne Farrell Ballet: Mixed Repertoire '01
At this working rehearsal, students see the director and dancers fine tune the spacing, lighting, and technical aspects of a mixed repertory program that includes Duo Concertant, Slaughter on Tenth Avenue, La Sonambula, Monumentum Pro Gesualdo, and more.

Suzanne Farrell Ballet: Mixed Repertoire '02
Legendary ballerina Suzanne Farrell brings her renowned company back to the Kennedy Center stage. The company rehearses selections from their Balanchine program: Raymonda, Who Cares?, and Variations, as well as Morgan’s A Farewell to Music.

Suzanne Farrell Ballet: Mixed Repertoire '03
Learn about Balanchine's ballets inspired by Tchaikovsky's music and Suzanne Farrell.

Suzanne Farrell Ballet: Mixed Repertoire '05
Balanchine muse Suzanne Farrell teaches a new generation of dancers a repertoire created specifically for her. Her company rehearses the program of Balanchine works, including the pas de deux from Clarinade, which hasn't been in more than 40 years.

Tales & Scales®: The Arabian Nights
Learn about various aspects of "musictelling" and pertinent vocabulary.

Tales of a 4th Grade Nothing
Judy Blume's classic tale comes to life in this stage production of: Tales of a 4th Grade Nothing

Tracings
Learn about significant events in Koeran-American history and modern dance.

Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Eric Carle Favourites
Puppetry, music, and black light effects turn Caterpillar’s struggles to become a butterfly—and Carle's The Mixed-Up Chameleon and Little Cloud—into a “playful and tender” (The Los Angeles Times) glow-in-the-dark event.

Walking the Winds: Arabian Tales
Join the Hakawatti—your ancient Arab storyteller—as colorful stories, costumes, music, and dancing unfold before your eyes.

What is a Ballet Working Rehearsal?
Find out what ballet companies do to prepare a program shortly before an evening performance.

What is Jazz?
Considered to be America’s leading spokesman for jazz, Dr. Billy Taylor illustrates some of the many characteristics of jazz. Dr. Taylor guides students in sharpening their listening skills in the art form that he calls “America’s classical music.”

Winard Harper Sextet
The Winard Harper Sextet excites and energizes their audiences. The Sextet explains the building blocks of jazz and their particular style of jazz that includes the use of traditional African instruments.

Windscape: Woodwind Quintet
Windscape presents a program that is fresh and engaging and of “breathtaking virtuosity” (The Miami Herald). This group demonstrates the characteristics of each instrument and shows how dynamic and entertaining music for woodwinds can be.

Winter's Tale
Company members of the Propeller Theatre Company introduce students to Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale, acting techniques, script interpretations, and acting with an all-male company.