The Stapleton Ballet Presents Alice in Wonderland and More

San Anselmo's Stapleton Ballet presents a family-friendly show featuring two one-act story ballets based on children's favorites: Alice in Wonderland and Peter and the Wolf. Follow the story of Alice as she descends into Wonderland and encounters a variety of madcap characters, including the Mad Hatter, the March Hare, the Cheshire Cat, Tweedle Dum and Tweedle Dee, and the Queen of Hearts. After a brief intermission, there will be an encore performance of Peter and the Wolf. Both ballets feature lavish new sets and costumes. Since they're both short and filled with non-stop action, the performances are perfect for families with small children.

Performances are at the Playhouse, at 27 Kensington Road in San Anselmo, on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, May 2, 3, and 4, 2008. Shows start at 7 pm on Friday and Saturday, with 1 pm matinees on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are $18 general, $12 for students 18 and under and seniors 65 and older. Advance tickets are on sales at the Stapleton School or online. More info: (415) 454-5759 or www.stapletonschool.org.