Date:  Friday, February 4, 2011
Time:  9:45am (meet at theatre at 9:15am)
Location:  Orpheum Theatre, 203 W. Adams, Phoenix
Cost:  $6.50 per person  (add on Lighten Up for $3.00 more)
Payment Deadline:  September 15, 2010
 RSVP:  email jan@theparsonsfamily.com to reserve your seat and receive payment information

 Friends of Slim Goodbody will also be performing Lighten Up (click for details) on February 4, 2011.  We have the opportunity to attend this special performance for an additional $3.00 per person.   It will begin at 11:40, about 35 minutes after Bodyology ends and last about 50 minutes.  

I asked the question about whether there would be some kind of entertainment/distraction for those 35 minutes (hoping maybe for a video even, lol), but was reminded that Slim Goodbody is out in the lobby after the show to meet and greet (so remember to bring your cameras!)…it’s also a good time for a potty break, stretch break, etc, so the 35 minute wait should go relatively quickly.  Also, you can bring a lunch/snack to eat in the plaza outside the theatre (no food in the theatre).   But no formal distraction is planned, lol. 

 

 

Bodyology is a theatrical show that explores the inner workings of the human body along with the health practices required to care for it. The National Bodyology Tour is an exciting new Musical Show starring PBS's Slim Goodbody.  While this show is appropriate for
all ages, it meets that state standards for Grade K-4.   

What are the program objectives?

 

Bodyology is designed:

  • To teach students how their amazing body works
  • To encourage students to make good health choices
  • To help students attain competencies related to national education standards
 

What topics does it cover?

 

Students learn about:

  • Cells
  • The Brain and Nervous System
  • The Senses
  • The Heart and Circulatory System
  • The Lungs and Respiratory System
  • The Digestive System
  • The Muscular / Skeletal System
  • Good Nutrition
  • Hygiene
  • Fitness
  • Obesity Prevention
  • Drug and Smoking Prevention
  • Self-respect
 

How is the information presented?

Bodyology relies on five basic program components:

  • Original Music
  • Audience Involvement
  • Large Screen projections of astounding and diverse visuals
  • Slim's incredible rapport with student audiences
  • Relevant, exciting content
 

How is Bodyology cross-curricular?

 

In addition to the health sciences, Bodyology weaves in language arts, history, math, physical education and geography.

This is done through:

  • Story telling
  • New vocabulary and word derivations
  • Video re-enactments of historic medical discoveries
  • Mathematical calculations involving cell division, heart rate, reaction speed, daily food requirements, etc.
  • Audience fitness challenges
 
 
 

Right Click to download Teacher's Guide  (this document is in .pdf format)

Remember that this theatre does NOT issue individual tickets, I will have a group invoice.  Therefore, we will meet at 9:15am in front of the Orpheum Theatre to gather as a group and be ready to go inside when they begin seating.   Please check in with me  so that I know that you have arrived.  I have found that people are able to locate my identical twin daughters in a crowd easier than finding me.   They always dress alike, and their photographs can be seen at http://www.theparsonsfamily.com .   If you arrive late, it's possible that we've already gone into the theatre.     Let the theatre company representative know that you are in Jan Parsons' Homeschool group.   I always let them know if there are families that haven't arrived when we go into the theatre.  It is at their sole discretion, however, on when and where you are seated.  Most of the companies fill the theatre from front to back, row by row, so it's probable that you will not sit with our group if you arrive late.  They may choose to seat other groups before you.  If the show has already begun, they may require you to wait for an appropriate time so as not to disturb others, meaning that you may miss some of the show.  

Please see "Frequently Asked Questions" regarding refund policy and for other important information.