SHOWS AVAILABLE FOR SCHOOLS, LIBRARIES, AND CHILD CARE CENTERS,
WITH THE EMPHASIS ON PARTICIPATION


Colorfully costumed, Arlene sings and accompanies herself on an electronic keyboard/synthesizer that creates the sound of an orchestra. Arlene’s special PUPPET FRIENDS also join in the fun of each show.

CHARACTER, HEALTH AND SAFETY
Appropriate for ages 4 & 5, (Program length: 45 minutes)

Using songs and with the help of her special PUPPET FRIENDS, Arlene covers the “Six Pillars of Character” – trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship presented in an entertaining, easy to understand and remember format for preschoolers. Anti-bullying, sharing, taking turns, cleaning up after ourselves, good manners, as well as health and safety issues such as hand-washing, using seat belts, bicycle helmets, healthy snacks, exercise and “stranger danger” are also part of the show.

FUN WITH MUSIC
Appropriate for ages 2 and up, (Program length: 45 minutes)

With the emphasis on fun and audience participation, this program is a potpourri of favorite familiar children’s songs and musical games. Included are beloved sing-along songs such as If You’re Happy and You Know It, The Wheels On The Bus, Skinamarink, It’s A Small World, Six Little Ducks, I’ve Been Working On The Railroad, The Itsy Bitsy Spider and more. The children dance to favorites such as The Hokey Pokey, The Chicken Dance, Knees Up Mother Brown, Shake My Sillies Out and The Limbo and more. Arlene’s special PUPPET FRIENDS add to the musical fun.

TOGETHER IN SONG
Appropriate for ages 3 & up, (Program length: 45 minutes)

This program is a musical journey around the world. Performing children’s songs from various countries, Arlene leads the children in celebrating diversity as well as taking pride in their own heritage. Volunteers from the audience assist by playing rhythm instruments to accompany some of the songs. The entire group is involved in singing and dancing throughout the show.

A HOLIDAY CELEBRATION
Appropriate for ages 3 and up, (Program length: 45 minutes)

This program consists of a variety of audience- participation popular Christmas songs as well as songs celebrating Hannukah and Kwanza. Jingle Bells, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Santa Claus Is Coming To Town, Frosty The Snowman, My Two Front Teeth, Nuttin’ For Christmas, Jolly Old Saint Nicholas, Suzy Snowflake, The Dreidel Song, Oh Channukah are some of the familiar favorites included in the show. All children participate in singing, dancing and learning special movements for the songs. A rousing rendition of The Twelve Days of Christmas adds to the holiday spirit.

BLAST FROM THE PAST – 1950’S ROCK ‘N’ ROLL DANCE PARTY
Appropriate for ages 6 and up, (Program length: 45 minutes)

Costumed in a poodle skirt outfit, complete with saddle shoes and chiffon scarf, Arlene takes the children on a fun-filled trip back in time to the 1950’s when Rock ‘n’ Roll was born. The children are involved in singing and dancing to favorites oldies such as At The Hop, The Twist, The Witch Doctor and The Name Game. Hula Hoops, the Limbo, The Chicken Dance, The Bunny Hop, The Hokey Pokey and learning to do The Hand Jive are all part of the show. The emphasis is on audience participation and fun. Arlene then brings the group forward in time to the 1970’s Disco era for a trip to the YMCA as well as the popular Macarena from the 1990’s.