HopStop Family Show: No Strings Marionettes: Wasabi—A Dragon’s Tale

In this modern-minded fairy tale, Princess Aja happily contemplates her upcoming marriage to Prince Olaf, but things change quickly when fire-breathing Wasabi swoops from the sky, reducing the palace to ashes and carrying off the Prince! With a little help from her wise fairy friends, the spunky Princess outwits Wasabi to save the kingdom and the day. The performance begins with an interactive sing-along and ends with a behind-the-scenes look at the puppets.

General Info

  • FREE and open to the public; no tickets or registration required
  • All shows are 60 minutes in length
  • All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult
  • Seating is informal and easy to navigate if you need to step out with your young one; food drink are allowed
  • For more information, call Outreach and Arts Education at 603.646.2010

The HopStop programs are held in both Hanover and Claremont, NH, children ages 3 and up enjoy free performances designed to entertain and introduce young children to the world of dance, music, theater and storytelling. These performances are participatory, so come ready to sing, dance and clap along—bring the whole family! The Claremont HopStops are presented through a collaboration with the Hopkins Center at Dartmouth College, the West Claremont Center for Music and Arts and the Claremont Parks and Recreation Department. Claremont HopStops are supported by the Hop’s Community Venture Initiative.

Sing! A Joyful Christmas

Bring your voice for favorite sacred and secular holiday music with local musicians Kirsten Becker, piano;  Angela Biggs, Soprano; and Melissa Richmond, flute. From mangers and wise men, to nutcrackers and dancing reindeer. Special guests and cookies will make this an event to remember. Admission is by freewill donation, and the audience contribution will be the compensation for the performers at this event.

Christmas with the Firehouse 6

_MG_7728Enjoy Holiday and Christmas favorites with some dixie twists, brass, and a side of banjo. Plus of course some Dixieland tunes! Local favorites the Firehouse Six Dixieland Band will charm you with their musical wit and variety. The decorations will be hung, making this a unique and festive event. This is event is open to all, with donations gratefully accepted.