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Melissa Jessel and Sammy Lopez on Fish in a Tree

Co-Directors Melissa Jessel and Sammy Lopez discuss what excites them about bringing Fish in a Tree to the stage!
Creative Clubhouse KIDS

In this video, co-directors Melissa Jessel and Sammy Lopez discuss what it is like bringing Lynda Mullaly Hunt’s book FISH IN A TREE to life on stage as a new play with music for young audiences!

Fish in a Tree

See our new play with music for young audiences at Theatre Row from March 18th – April 9th!

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Raccoon Coloring Sheet

Raccoon Coloring Sheet

Age 3-4, Ages 4-6, Arts & Crafts, Download, Free, Writing Challenge

After reading the book The Kissing Hand with Chloe, download our raccoon coloring sheet to color and name your own raccoon!

Meet Louis Baglio!

Meet Louis Baglio!

Interviews, Video

Louis, who plays Mr. Daniels in NYCCT's Fish in a Tree, discusses why he's excited to tell this story for young audiences!

Meet Lily Lipman!

Meet Lily Lipman!

Interviews, Video

Lily, who plays Ally in NYCCT's Fish in a Tree, discusses why being in the show is such a special experience!

Meet the Cast of Fish in a Tree!

Meet the Cast of Fish in a Tree!

Activity, Interviews

Meet Anderson, Darby, Fernando, Lily, Louis, and Sadie - the cast of NYCCT's new production: Fish in a Tree!

Why Should You See Fish in a Tree

Why Should You See Fish in a Tree

Interviews

There are many reasons to come see Fish in a Tree, but today our cast and creative team share why they think you should see the show!

Go Inside the Fish in a Tree Rehearsal Room!

Go Inside the Fish in a Tree Rehearsal Room!

Interviews, Video

Get a sneak peek behind-the-scenes as the cast and creative team prepares to bring the show to life!

Take a Butterfly Breath

Take a Butterfly Breath

Age 3-4, Ages 4-6, Arts & Crafts, Download, Free, Writing Challenge

One of the techniques Mr. Daniels teaches Ally is a butterfly breath! Learn how to take a butterfly breath below and then color in the picture of the butterfly!

Planets Word Search

Planets Word Search

Age 3-4, Ages 4-6, Arts & Crafts, Download, Free, Writing Challenge

Ally and her classmates are learning about the planets! Can you find the planets in this word search?

How to Welcome a New Friend!

How to Welcome a New Friend!

Age 3-4, Ages 4-6, Arts & Crafts, Download, Free, Writing Challenge

Keisha is new to Ally's school! What are some ways that you can welcome someone who is new to your school?

The Friendship Toolbox

The Friendship Toolbox

Age 3-4, Ages 4-6, Arts & Crafts, Download, Free, Writing Challenge

Fish in a Tree explores friendship and what it means to be a good friend! Download our free activity sheet and make your own Friendship Toolbox!

What is Dyslexia?

What is Dyslexia?

Interviews, Video

Fish in a Tree tells the story of Ally, a young girl with dyslexia. But what is dyslexia?

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