AMT Touring Company
Kindergarten - Grade 6
Since 1994, The 5th Avenue Theatre has brought the wonder and joy of live musical theater to schools through the Adventure Musical Theatre (AMT) Touring Company. This unique program has inspired and delighted over 450,000 kindergarten and elementary school students in Washington State. Created by local writers and composers, AMT’s entertaining and lively musicals are designed to enhance a school’s existing curriculum.
You provide the place, we provide the magic
Students enjoy an AMT performance in their own school. Photo: Team Photogenic
Our touring company brings all the necessary costumes, props and equipment. All you need to supply is a performance space measuring approximately 20 square feet. We suggest that students sit on the floor in front of the performers for the best view.
The Best of Northwest Bookshelf
February 1-May 28, 2010 (Grades K-5)
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When you open a book, you start an adventure! Join us for a new edition of the musical review,
The Best of Northwest Bookshelf! Six children visit their library searching the shelves for the perfect book. What they discover are shelves filled with books by authors from the Pacific Northwest. With witty lyrics and exciting music, the stories come to life. The audience zigzags along on a musical journey, meeting exciting characters, exploring the world from new points of view, and discovering the rich history of the Pacific Northwest. These mini musicals range from touching to just plain wacky, and are sure to delight and spur every child's imagination.
The original Northwest Bookshelf has sold out year after year. This new show is a fantastic hit and sure to thrill audiences of all ages. BOOK TODAY!
JOURNEY WEST: The Lewis and Clark Story
February 1-May 28, 2010 (Grades 1-8)
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On August 31, 1803, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark left Pittsburgh for an epic expedition to the Pacific Ocean. In only the second recorded transcontinental crossing of North America, Lewis and Clark set out to explore the new territory acquired with the Louisiana Purchase. Along the way they studied the western terrain, wildlife and Native American tribes and the journey became one of the most important expeditions in American History.
Take your students on an exciting adventure with Lewis and Clark as they forge a new trail to the uncharted west. Travel up the Missouri River, across the Continental Divide and on to the Pacific Northwest. This original musical is sure to expand your students' understanding of the Western Expansion and prove a rollicking good time along the way!
Time
50 minute performance, plus a 5-minute question-and-answer period.
See two different shows in one day! The Best of Northwest Bookshelf and Journey West are touring together.
Audience size
Maximum attendance is 300 students per performance. For a larger number of students, schools must book a double performance.
Cost
Western Washington locations:
Single Performance - $600
Double Performance - $800
Outside Western Washington locations:
Single Performance - $875*
Double Performance - $1,150*
Payment may be made in advance or at the time of the performance.
Share the news! Get another school in your area to book a show and both schools receive a $100 discount! Book before September 30, 2009 and receive a $75 discount!
To Schedule a Performance
The AMT Touring Company visits schools throughout Western Washington, and in select locations throughout Central and Eastern Washington. For more information and to book a performance, please call 206.625.1418 or email
. Available dates fill fast, so we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible.