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Arts for Young Audiences

Arts for Young Audiences is an important part of our family programming at the Atlas. Shows are dramatically unique. Each season, Atlas features programming presented by DC area organizations specializing in programming for young people including theater, music, puppetry, and dance. Generally, performances are designed for children ages 2-10 and are specified for each show. All patrons age 1 and above require a ticket. Family Fun Days are special programs offered during our annual Intersections Festival.

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Atlas Presents: Arts on the Horizon’s Squeakers & Mr. Gumdrop
Arts for Young Audiences

December 27 - 31, 2019

One snowy winter morning, Mr. Gumdrop prepares for his annual holiday party! When an unexpected and curious mouse appears, Mr. Gumdrop's routine is thrown for a loop. Can these two wildly different characters work together to get the holiday preparations done in time? This nonverbal, imaginative production captures the magic of making new friends and sharing ideas to accomplish big goals.

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Capital City Symphony’s Symphonic Dancing
Resident Arts Partner

January 26, 2020

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This fun, interactive family concert will have every family member on their feet! The program explores the expressive, dance-like melodies of William Grant Still’s Danzas de Panama, and Scott Joplin’s The Entertainer and Maple Leaf Rag.

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Atlas Presents at Intersections: Imagination Stage’s Mouse on the Move STORY
Arts for Young Audiences

February 21 - March 1, 2020

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Nellie and Amelia are two adventurous mice ready to explore the world beyond their little mouse-hole. They decide to go to the moon since it is cat-free and made entirely of delicious, mouth-watering cheese (so they have heard). In this interactive play, the audience becomes part of the story through multi-sensory activities. Join us as we all try to reach beyond the stars.

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Atlas Presents Arts on the Horizon’s Drumming with Dishes
Arts for Young Audiences

March 11 - 15, 2020

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What happens when you invite someone very different from you to come over to play? Such an adventure awaits an energetic child when she introduces her shy imaginary friend to a very special kitchen. Join us and discover what wonders can be accomplished through friendship!

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Atlas Presents Capital City Symphony’s Meet the Orchestra! (Spring 2020)
Arts for Young Audiences

April 4, 2020

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Meet a section of the symphony orchestra through this engaging, educational and intimate program for young people. Join us for an instrument petting zoo to meet the musicians and see their instruments up close. Then, learn about the music they play and hear the beautiful sounds come to life.

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Atlas Presents: Imagination Stage’s Paper Dreams
Arts for Young Audiences

April 22 - 26, 2020

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In a collaboration with Mons Dansa Dance Company from Barcelona, Spain, we bring to life a dance-based show perfect for ages 1-5 that explores the many facets of creativity. A fun, interactive production that tells the story of two delightful creatures who live inside a wastepaper basket, Paper Dreams asks if our greatest mistakes can turn out to be our greatest ideas.

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Atlas Presents: Arts on the Horizon’s Off the Page
Arts for Young Audiences

June 3 – 7, 2020

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When an imaginative young child falls asleep after reading a book, the stories come to life in their dreams. Using dance and music, this world premiere production will unfold around the audience. Watch a new world come to life right before your eyes!

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Atlas Presents: Imagination Stage’s Wake Up, Brother Bear
Arts for Young Audiences

July 29 - August 2, 2020

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Sister Bear and Brother Bear are back from hibernation to take your little ones on an interactive journey through the seasons. Meet a curious butterfly, play in a rushing waterfall, and catch lightning bugs as the bears frolic through the forest in this unforgettable live theatre experience.

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