Goldilocks Rocks

October 13, 2026
10 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.

Ticket Prices 
$1

Performing Arts Center at Kent State Tuscarawas
330 University Drive NE
New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663

Directions

Recommended Grade Level:

K – 3rd Grade

Goldilocks Rocks! is an electrifying, interactive one-woman performance that puts a head-banging spin on a familiar fairy tale. Funny characters, music, movement, and even audience participation amplify the world of Goldilocks as she mic-drops in on a little band of bears. This rockin’ show isn’t too hot... not too cold... it’s “just right” for crowd-surfers of all ages!

Example Learning Standards

Kindergarten – Music: Responding
Standard MU.Re.7.1.K.a: “Demonstrate and identify how music is used to convey meaning.”

Grade 1 – English Language Arts: Reading Literature
Standard RL.1.2: “Retell stories, including key details, and demonstrate understanding of their central message or lesson.”

Grade 2 – Drama/Theatre: Responding
Standard TH.Re.7.1.2.a: “Describe how characters and settings contribute to a dramatic performance.”

Grade 3 – English Language Arts: Reading Literature
Standard RL.3.2: “Recount stories and determine the central message, lesson, or moral.”

Through the Ohio Arts Council’s Big Yellow School Bus program, applicants may request up to $500. No match is required. Big Yellow School Bus grantees generally receive their full request. Eligible organizations include—but are not limited to—public, private, charter, or parochial schools (pre-kindergarten through secondary) and associations of home-schooled students. Multiple applications from a single school or district are permissible within a single fiscal year. All applicants must possess nonprofit status or nonprofit intent.

More information can be found at:

https://oac.ohio.gov/grants/10-grant-opportunities/55-big-yellow-school-bus

OAC Grant

Typical Grant Timeline:

  • Application Deadline: At least 8 weeks prior to event
  • Grant Award Announcement: 4-5 weeks prior to the event
  • Grant Agreement Signed in ARTIE: At least 2 weeks prior to event
  • Final Report Deadline: 30 days following event
  • Payment issued: 3-6 weeks following Final Report Submission

Have questions? Reach out to Performing Arts Center General Manager David Mitchell at dmitch33@kent.edu or 330.308.7462