Events

Premiere – musical performance for babies “A-Ū!”

The musical performance for babies, “A-Ū!”, is an experiential journey in the theater for the youngest audience members (6–24 months). The performance invites parents and their little ones to immerse themselves in the gentle atmosphere of the forest: to meet a fox, a bird, a hedgehog, and mysterious fireflies, to hear their songs, and to experience the difference between the forest during the day and at night.

The performance is designed to stimulate all of the baby’s senses—hearing, sight, touch—encourage emotional expression, strengthen the bond between parents and children, and foster their first relationship with theater. It is a safe, cozy, and aesthetic first encounter with the performing arts.

The music for the performance is composed by Gytis Šimelionis, and live performances of classical music pieces are also featured – Edvard Grieg’s “Morning” and Ludwig van Beethoven’s “Moonlight Sonata.”

“Early artistic experiences, participation in cultural activities with the family, the quality of artistic events experienced, and attendance habits formed in childhood continue into adulthood and become the driving force behind adults’ involvement in the arts and culture” (Elsley, McMellon 2010: 19–20).

Creative team

Director – Evelina Šimelionė
Composer – Gytis Šimelionis
Set designer – Leo Čekuolis

Performed by KJT actors: Rugilė Latvėnaitė, Vaiva Kvedaravičiūtė, Aurimas Bareikis, and Laima Akstinaitė.

Duration: 30 min.
After the performance – 15 min. for free exploration and play.
Recommended for children aged 6–24 months.