UNCW Kenan Auditorium is delighted to share a series of programs for families called SEAHAWK Family Arts Matinees, or SEAHAWK FAM for short. You can catch these special one-hour shows on Thursday mornings throughout June and July, all in UNCW’s Kenan Auditorium. With just a $5 admission, SEAHAWK FAM is designed as a creative and entertaining respite from the summer heat. Bring the whole family – and your friends – to enjoy performances created especially for families of all kinds!
The "No Sleeves Magic: BIG Bubble Show" enchants audiences with a delightful blend of magical illusions and captivating bubble artistry. This unique performance invites spectators into a whimsical realm where the magical world of bubbles and spellbinding illusions collide, promising a mesmerizing experience for all.
Mr. Scooter is a storyteller, rapper and children’s librarian from Wilmington, North Carolina. He has released two children’s albums as Melvil Dewey – International Library Hip Hop Superstar and is the creator of Book Wrangler and Rap Battle of the Books. Mr. Scooter is a Library Journal Mover and Shaker Innovator and NACO Award winner. His work has been featured in School Library Journal and VOYA Magazine.
Broccoli Brothers Circus is a family-friendly performance group in Wilmington, North Carolina that features original music, puppetry, and multimedia art. The group includes Mark Herbert, Dave Hervey, Harry Paterson, and other rotating band members. They perform at child-oriented festivals and charity events across the Cape Fear region.
Bright Star Touring Theatre's The Wizard of Oz is a two-actor, 45-minute adaptation of L. Frank Baum's 1900 children's novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. In 2018, Bright Star adapted the show into a two-person play, which was a hit.
Mad Science: Fire and Ice is a show that features science experiments, fireballs, and dry ice storms. The show also includes a "burp" potion and teaches audiences about chemical reactions, dry ice, and the states of matter.
In "Flim Flam Alakazam," No Sleeves Magic weaves a spellbinding tale of an eccentric magician, Alakazam, whose world turns topsy-turvy when a mischievous spell goes awry. As chaos ensues, Alakazam must navigate through surreal challenges, unveiling the true magic of resilience and self-discovery in this whimsical and enchanting adventure.