Below are Moms' Buzz picks of the week for a cultural and fun weekend:
Washigton, DC:
**Emilio and the Enchanted Cow**. Mexico's renowned puppet theater company, Marionetas de la Esquina, uses colorful puppets, music, and humor to create a charming and hopeful story. The Saturday show at 1:30pm is performed in Spanish, and is followed by a free discussion (also in Spanish) with members of Marionetas de la Esquina. Info: 202.467.4600; kennedy-center.org. Ages: 5 and up 1/12/07-1/14/07.
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Maryland:
**Peter and the Wolf**. This story of Peter's, and his animal friends', attempts to capture wily "Old Lupus," is a new approach to the old tale, using character dialogue rather than narrative to develope the plot. Purchase tickets in advance. Info: 301.320.6668; thepuppetco.org. Ages: 5-9 Each Wed-Sun 1/13/07-2/18/07.
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Virginia:
**The Great Zucchini**. The Great Zucchini is presenting a comedy and magic show for young audiences. What is great about this show is that the interactive nature of it ensures that everyone, young and old, is part of the magic. The doors open one hour before show time to allow for eating and pre-show movie entertainment. Info: 703.486.2345; arlingtondrafthouse.com.** Ages: 2-6.**
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Have a great weekend!
