Forum Theatre Co., Metuchen, has announced its 2004-05 schedule of productions for A Kid’s Forum, the company’s theater program for young and family audiences.
• Jan. 8-17 — “Goldilocks and the Three Bears,” the well-known tale with a contemporary twist, where the audience decides Goldilocks’ fate.
• Jan. 29-Feb. 26 — “The Ugly Duckling.”
• March 19-April 16 — “Pinocchio,” the classic tale of the wooden puppet who yearns to become a real boy.
• April 23 — “Great Scott! It’s Magic!” at 11 a.m. Assisted by animals, Scott Drukker performs magic and illusions.
• May 7-June 11 — “Treasure Island,” based on the book by Robert Louis Stevenson about a young boy’s adventure after he stumbles upon a map to find buried treasure. The production will feature performers using sign language and the spoken word.
A Kid’s Forum productions, which feature live music, are performed by professional actors. All musicals are recommended for children ages 2 and older. After each performance, cast members greet the children and are also available to sign autographs and pose for pictures. All seats are reserved. All other tickets are $12.50 for everyone, with discounts for groups of 20 or more. For tickets and show times, call (732) 548-0582 or visit the theater’s Web site at www.forumtheatrecompany.com.
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support group in Edison
The Stelton Community Center, 328 Plainfield Ave., Edison, offers a support group Wednesday evenings, 7:30 to 9:45 p.m.
ToughLove is a self-help support program for parents who deal with problems of unacceptable behavior in their preteen, teen or adult children.
For further information, contact Neil, (732) 777-0824 or (800) 333-1069.