Another fun way to support ARIEL is just around the corner! The first ever ARIEL Sing-a-Thon will happen on Friday, March 29 from 5-8 pm at The Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre. With karaoke performances, group sing-a-longs, food, door prizes and more, this will be a fun family event for all ages. Tickets are just $5 and will be on sale at ARIEL beginning March 18. Karaoke songs are available to perform for a $300 donation (collecting pledges is encouraged) and business sponsors (donations of $150+) will be acknowledged in the event program and on custom ARIEL Sing-a-Thon t-shirts. Click on the links below for more information. We hope to see you there!
In this hilarious Christmas classic by Barbara Robinson, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdmans – six rowdy siblings who showed up for the free snacks. As their shenanigans create chaos on stage, the true meaning of Christmas emerges in a very unexpected way. Create Christmas memories and support ARIEL in the effort to provide programs that teach responsibility, encourage creativity and build community.
Where: Performances take place at The Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre, 320 Main Street, Salinas, home of ARIEL Theatrical.
When: Fridays at 7 pm and Saturdays at 2 & 7 pm, November 30 – December 15, 2018
Tickets: Adults – $13, Students/Seniors, Military – $11, Children ages 3-12 – $9, Under 3 – FREE
Tickets are available online (www.arieltheatrical.org) over the phone (831-775-0976) or in the ARIEL Box Office.
Located in the heart of Salinas City Center, ARIEL Theatrical provides opportunities for children to explore the stage and learn valuable lessons about Accountability, Respect, Integrity, Excellence and Leadership.ARIEL’s finest productions are not the plays but the responsible young people who come together in a positive, collaborative spirit to learn, perform and share experiences that they will carry with them for a lifetime.
ARIEL is grateful to our 2018 Season Sponsors, Aladin Properties, Cardinale Moving and Storage and Central Coast Cleaning.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame opens in August at ARIEL Theatrical!
Travel to medieval Paris without leaving Salinas! A brand new musical, based on Victor Hugo’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame, will transform the ARIEL stage into the legendary cathedral that serves as the backdrop for this powerful story. The Gothic arches loom as the drama unfolds in this epic musical adventure. Showcasing the award-winning score from the Disney animated movie, the on-stage choir and cast of characters, including the hunchback, Quasimodo, will lead the audience through the streets of Paris and into the maze of human emotion as the conflict between light and darkness rages on.
All performances take place at The Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre, 320 Main Street, Salinas, home of ARIEL Theatrical.
Performances are on Fridays and Saturdays at 7 pm, August 3 – 18, 2018.
Tickets: Adults – $16, Students/Seniors, Military – $13, Children ages 3-12 – $11
Tickets are available online (www.arieltheatrical.org) over the phone (831-775-0976) or in the ARIEL Box Office.
Located in the heart of Salinas City Center, ARIEL Theatrical provides opportunities for children to explore the stage and learn valuable lessons about Accountability, Respect, Integrity, Excellence and Leadership.ARIEL’s finest productions are not the plays but the responsible young people who come together in a positive, collaborative spirit to learn, perform and share experiences that they will carry with them for a lifetime.
ARIEL is grateful to our 2018 Season Sponsors, Aladin Properties, Cardinale Moving and Storage and Central Coast Cleaning. Also, a big “thank you” to our summer and show sponsors, 1st Capital Bank, A&R Fresh, Hastie Financial Group, Silva Farms and Valley Exxon.
For more information, visit ARIEL in the Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre, 320 Main Street, online at www.arieltheatrical.org or call 831-775-0976.
From his bell tower, Quasimodo (William Van Nes) shows the Gyspy Esmeralda (Sylvia Figueroa) the streets of Paris in ARIEL Theatrical’s production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame on August 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 & 18 at the Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre, home of ARIEL Theatrical, 320 Main Street, Salinas. Photo Credit: Richard Green.
“Follow the Yellow Brick Road” to ARIEL Theatrical for a classic musical that will take you and your family on an “Over the Rainbow” adventure! Featuring a cast of 65 young people, L. Frank Baum’s The Wizard of Oz will bring Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, the Cowardly Lion, the Munchkins and other colorful characters to life as they bargain with the Wizard and contend with the menacing Wicked Witch of the West. Take a trip to Oz this summer at ARIEL Theatrical!
Performances: Friday, June 29 at 7 pm
Saturday, June 30 at 2 pm & 7 pm
Thursday, July 5 at 7 pm
Friday, July 6 at 7 pm
Saturday, July 7 at 2 pm & 7 pm
Location: The Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre – Home of ARIEL, 320 Main Street, Salinas
Tickets: Adults -$13, Seniors/Students/Military -$11, Children ages 3-12 -$9, Under age 3 -FREE
Tickets may be purchased online (www.arieltheatrical.org), by phone (831-775-0976), or at the ARIEL box office.
The Wizard of Oz is generously sponsored by 1st Capital Bank; A&R Fresh; Hastie Financial Group; Noland, Hamerly, Etienne & Hoss; Prunedale Chevron; Silva Farms; Valley Exxon.
Located in the heart of Salinas City Center, ARIEL Theatrical provides opportunities for children to explore the stage and learn valuable lessons about Accountability, Respect, Integrity, Excellence and Leadership – A-R-I-E-L. ARIEL’s finest productions are not the plays but the responsible young people who come together in a positive, collaborative spirit to learn, perform and share experiences that they will carry with them for a lifetime. ARIEL 2018 Season Sponsors include: Aladin Properties, Cardinale Moving and Storage and Central Coast Cleaning.
For more information, visit ARIEL in the Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre, 320 Main Street, online at www.arieltheatrical.org or call 831-775-0976.
The Play’s the Thing is a day time class for home school students. In this session, participants dove into all things Shakespeare with a trained Shakespearean actor!
The Celebration of Military Children occurred on April 7, 2018. There were presentations and speeches in support of the children of military families who are annually recognized for their resiliency and important role in the military family.
At the event, we engaged children and families with drawings for discounted or free tickets to productions, while educating them about ARIEL programs and answering questions they may have about our mission.
Gladly representing ARIEL Theatrical were: Sandra and Renee Ortega, volunteers; Heather Kirk, executive director; Frank Kragh and Alan Liddle, ARIEL Board trustees.
This Saturday, March 31, is the annual Salinas Downtown Business Hop! This event is very inviting for the guests to explore local shops and to get treats from local businesses. This event is family friendly, fun, and free. Enjoy the day from 11 am – 2 pm for a scavenger hunts, treats, smiles, and fun!
will happen on Friday, March 29 from 5-8 pm at The Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre. With karaoke performances, group sing-a-longs, food, door prizes and more, this will be a fun family event for all ages. Tickets are just $5 and will be on sale at ARIEL beginning March 18. Karaoke songs are available to perform for a $300 donation (collecting pledges is encouraged) and business sponsors (donations of $150+) will be acknowledged in the event program and on custom ARIEL Sing-a-Thon t-shirts. Click on the links below for more information. We hope to see you there!
