Parent:Wise Austin -- JUNE 2007 Family Theatre

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    1776: Opens June 1 and runs through July 1. A history lesson told in musical comedy format! $18 adults, $16 seniors, $7 students & children. The Palace Theatre, 810 South Austin Ave. http://www.thegeorgetownpalace.org 869-7469

    DanceLine: This recorded message lists nearly all of the cityÕs dance events, performances, workshops and new classes for children and adults. ItÕs updated every Thursday. 416-5700 ext. 3262 or online at http://www.movineasy.com

    Jesus Christ Superstar: Through July 15. Older kids and parents will enjoy this bilingual (Spanish) version of the Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice rock opera. $35-$43 ($15 student tickets available). Zachary Scott TheaterÕs Kleberg Stage, 1510 Toomey Rd. http://www.zachscott.com 476-0541, x1

    Texas: The Big Picture: Give the kids an overview of what our big state looks like. This film is suitable for young children, who will enjoy the huge screen, neat pictures, and music. $7 for adults, $6 for seniors, $5 for ages 3 to 18 and free for ages 2 and younger. IMAX Theatre at the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 N. Congress. http://www.thestoryoftexas.com or 936-8746

    The Big Game: Opens May 26 and runs through Sept. 22.. Oversized versions of popular family-friendly games build critical thinking skills while having fun. Families can practice communication, cooperation, and learn to be good sports. $3.50-$5.50; free for kids 12-months and younger. Austin Children's Museum, 201 Colorado St. http://www.austinkids.org 472-2499

    The Happiest Day: Wedding Customs in Transition: Through Aug. 26. Explore the mythology of marriage in art! Blanton Museum of Art, San Jacinto Boulevard. http://www.blantonmuseum.org 471-7324

    The PeoplesÕ Gallery: Through Jan. 31, 2008. This exhibition features artwork by more than 100 local artists, selection from more than 1,586 entries! FREE! Austin City Hall, 301 W. 2nd St. 974-7870

    We are from Vietnam: Family Immigration Stories from Austin, TX: Opens June 6 and runs through July 31. View childrenÕs artwork based on real-life family immigration stories. The art illustrates the reasons their families immigrated, as well as the hardships and adjustments they made to new life in the U.S. $5.50-$3.50; younger than 12-months FREE. Austin Children's Museum, 201 Colorado St. http://www.austinkids.org 472-2499

    WorkSpace: Through June 24. Los Angeles-based artist Jedediah Caesar is known for stunning sculptures in which organic and man-made materials scavenged from his studio and home are embedded within layers of colorful, semi-transparent resin. Blanton Museum of Art, San Jacinto Boulevard. http://www.blantonmuseum.org 471-7324

    YWCA: 100 Years: Through June 29. This exhibit highlights the Young WomenÕs Christian AssociationÕs accomplishments through its 100 years of service to the Austin community. FREE! Austin History Center, 510 Guadalupe St. 326-1222 or 974-7480


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