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KALAMAZOO, Mich.—"Sid the Science Kid Live: Let's Play!" is coming to Western ¾ÅÒ»Â鶹ÖÆƬ³§ University's Miller Auditorium at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9.

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The stage production based on the hit PBS show Sid the Science Kid will thrill kids and parents alike. Sid, May, Gabriela and Gerald come to town to discover the excitement and curiosities of the world around them. With wonders to discover, Sid and his friends set off on a day of excitement and adventure as they explore their five senses through fun games and experiments and by asking curious questions and finding fascinating answers. Teacher Susie is also along to keep the music flowing as the kids explore the world around them with audience interactive activities, cooperative problem solving and plenty of laughs to go around. There is even a surprise sixth sense revealed by Teacher Susie.

"Sid the Science Kid Live: Let’s Play!" is created for the stage by Michael Lewis, John Tartaglia and The Jim Henson Company.

The Sid the Science Kid television series is an educational animated show produced by The Jim Henson Company for PBS Kids. It uses comedy and music to promote exploration, discovery and science readiness among preschoolers. This landmark production of 66 half-hour episodes debuted on Sept. 1, 2008, and has since been honored with five Emmy nominations and multiple awards.

Tickets

Tickets are on sale now and range from $15 to $35. They can be purchased online at , by calling (269) 387-2300 or (800) 387-2312, or in person at the Miller Auditorium Ticket Office.

A 15 percent discount is available to all WMU faculty and staff, and a 50 percent discount is available to WMU students. Discounted tickets may be purchased by phone or in person, and a valid Bronco ID is required at the time of pickup. Group discounts are available at (269) 387-2312.

For more information, contact Bethany Gauthier at bethany.gauthier@wmich.edu or (269) 387-2245.