Koba Entertainment Proudly Invites
You To Be Their Very Special Guest At …

The Beloved Children’s Book Collection And
Nick Jr.’s #1 Rated Television Program Comes To Life On Stage
At Memorial Hall – Racine Civic Centre For Its Only Wisconsin Performance
On October 5^th At 6:30 PM

Tickets Go On Sale Beginning Monday, August 22^nd  

(Racine, WI) After three successful months, this past Spring, winning over audiences in cities like New York, Philadelphia, Boston and Baltimore, the Max & Ruby: Bunny Party stage show is back from a much needed “bunny break.” This live show treasure bounces into Racine for its only Wisconsin performance on Wednesday, October 5, 2011 for a 6:30 PM performance at the Memorial Hall – Racine Civic Centre.

For over 3 decades families around the globe have embarked on fun and imaginative adventures with beloved bunny siblings, Max & Ruby. Originating as a best selling book series by critically acclaimed children’s author and illustrator, Rosemary Wells, Max & Ruby books have sold more than 3 million copies worldwide. In 2002, Max & Ruby hit primetime with the creation of their #1 rated animated television show on Nickelodeon and Nick Jr.  Now, Koba Entertainment proudly invites parents and children to come and hop along with Max & Ruby: Bunny Party. It’s a surprise party for someone special and Max and Ruby have a-million-and-one things to do before the big event.

Max and Ruby never want quite the same thing and their plans always collide – with hilarious results! Come and be a part of the fun as these two beloved characters try to decide on the perfect gift for their “Super Duper Special Birthday Guest.” Along the way they will encounter some unexpected visitors, including an engaging Robot, a giant Spider, and an adorable Slug.

Conceived and directed by Patti Caplette, live stage creator for The Backyardigans, The Doodlebops, and Franklin the Turtle, Max & Ruby: Bunny Party is an exciting musical adventure that celebrates the universal nature of sibling relationships.  Who could the mystery guest be? Find out by joining Max and Ruby in this 70-minute, lively theatrical production adorned with exquisite costuming, rich, colorful sets, and original songs by Juno Award winning songwriter, Norman Foote, that are guaranteed to have the whole audience singing along.

Tickets for Max & Ruby: Bunny Party in Racine go on sale Monday, August 22^nd. Tickets start at $15 and are available via Ticketmaster and the Festival Hall – RCC Box Office. For exciting show announcements and ticket information please visit www.maxandrubyontour.com.

About Max & Ruby Live! On Stage 

Max & Ruby: Bunny Party is a brand new live show by Koba Entertainment, the producers behind other memorable theatrical productions including The Backyardigans: Sea Deep in Adventure and Franklin and the Adventures of the Noble Knights. Conceived and directed by Patti Caplette, this 70-minute event is the creative collaboration of a dynamic team of artists including Juno Award winner Norman Foote (music and lyrics), Beth Kates (scenic design), Anne Armit (costume design), and Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet wardrobe department.

Max & Ruby originated as an enchanting book series by Rosemary Wells and has sold over 3 million books worldwide. Max & Ruby started on television in 2002 and is the #1 rated show on Nickelodeon and Nick Jr. It airs daily to an audience of over one million viewers. Max & Ruby’s playful high jinks are enjoyed by children around the world including Canada, The United States, Finland, France and Sweden.

About Koba Entertainment 

A prominent producer of original family musicals, Koba Entertainment has been captivating audiences throughout the world with celebrated characters from literature, television, and pop culture. Koba Entertainment productions have enchanted people of all ages in more than 165 North American cities including Toronto, Vancouver, Manhattan, Denver and Seattle, 12 countries and 4 continents. Production credits for young audiences include: Max & Ruby, The Backyardigans, The Doodlebops, Franklin, Caillou, Big Comfy Couch and Toopy & Binoo.  More information can be found online at www.koba-entertainment.com.

For artwork, interview requests or more information, contact:

Nicole Cobuzio
Rob Bailey Communications
201-760-0200 x104

201-602-3853
ncobuzio@rbcpr.com

Little River Band was the first Australian band to successfully conquer foreign markets from an Australian base. Within eight months of their creation, LRB had already scored three Australian Top 20 singles and two Top Ten albums. In 1976, after their self-titled debut album was released in the United States, the long grind of 13 U.S. tours in eight years had begun. By 1982, they became the only act to have a top 10 U.S. single for six consecutive years. LRB also has had great record success – their total record sales around the world have eclipsed the 25 million mark. The band had 16 hit singles by 1985, as well as gold, platinum, and multi-platinum album sales awards.

Little River Band is known for scores of classic rock hits, such as “Cool Change”, “Lonesome Loser,” “The Night Owls,” “Reminiscing,” and “Lady.” Band members include Wayne Nelson on lead vocals/bass guitar, Greg Hind on lead vocals/guitar, Chris Marion on keyboards/vocals, Rich Herring on lead guitar/vocals, and Mel Watts on drums.

Ticket prices range from $22 to $27, with $1 from each ticket sold benefitting the canine rescue organization Have A Heart, Inc. Memorial Hall is located at 72 Seventh St., Racine, Wis., 53403. Tickets are available at ticketmaster.com or at the Festival Hall box office. For more information, contact the Racine Civic Centre at 262-636-9229.