Pandamonium! New Musicals for Elementary School Friday, November 08, 2024
recommended by Jen Sper and Lisa Springer, School Choral & Classroom Music Specialists
Pandamonium! by John Jacobson & Walter Jack
Experience a “Pandamonium” of fun by John Jacobson and Walter Jack as a mischievous Panda unleashes all the world’s woes from a mysterious gift box. Featuring a playful retelling of the age-old story of Pandora’s Box, this musical will take your audience on an exciting journey from chaos to hope as the pandas’ discovery of hope saves the day! A perfect musical for Christmas or any special occasion!
Bunnies! A Hopping New Musical by John Jacobson & Walter Jack
Come join the hopping! “Bunnies! The Musical” is a fun, furry program for Kindergarten-Grade 3 singers. Featuring a heartwarming story of sharing and of course plenty of furry friends, this musical is sure to delight audiences. With speaking lines, solos, unison parts, a healthy message, and cutesy costumes, this 25-minute performance is a hippety hoppity good time! (Who can resist a fluffle of cute bunnies?)
Cookies! The Musical by John Jacobson & Walter Jack
Roll out the sweetest musical this side of the oven! “Cookies! The Musical” by John Jacobson and Walter Jack is a wonderful musical for Kindergarten-Grade 3, celebrating friendship, togetherness, and learning to accept everyone for their differences. Watch as these delightful cookie characters come to life for your audience and take part in a scrumptious bake sale. It’s an unforgettable 25 minutes of sugary fun, with speaking lines, 2 parts and unison, and tastefully inclusive messaging! Get ready to get your bake on!
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About the Authors:
Jen Sper is a Choral Music Specialist here at Stanton’s Sheet Music. A native of Cincinnati, she holds a Bachelor of Music Education degree from Baldwin Wallace College (now University) Conservatory of Music, and taught 7-12 choir, music theory, class piano, and drama in Southern Ohio before joining the Stanton’s team in 2006. An active choral singer and accompanist throughout the Central Ohio area, Jen can also often be found exploring the exciting restaurant, brewery, and theater scenes in Columbus, wandering through the local metro parks, visiting family around the Great Lakes, or at home with her very friendly cat.
Lisa Springer joined the Stanton’s choral staff in July 2023. She taught middle and high school choirs for 27 years in addition to serving as Artistic Director of the Columbus Women’s Chorus. She holds degrees from Heidelberg University and Cleveland Institute of Music. She has enjoyed an extensive professional singing career and continues to perform in the greater Columbus area. During her free time, she enjoys spending time in southern Ohio playing with her grandchildren.