To facilitate an interactive theatre experience at ZOOOM, we ask children to bring their own piece of dark to the theatre which will be exchanged for a source of light in the foyer.
We recommend discussing light and dark with children before asking them to think about how to create or find some dark to bring. A good book that serves as an introduction to the dark is The Dark by Lemony Snicket – here is an introduction to light and dark including a reading of the book.
In the past children have done the following, but we love to be surprised by any interpretation of the simple request to "Bring a piece of Dark"
Colour in a small piece of paper black
Capture some darkness in a small box and tape it shut
Paint the inside of a small jar black and close the lid
Make creatures that can see in the dark.. bats, owls etc
Make telescopes that look at the dark
Find a small piece of dark material
Give children some time and some craft materials to help them create their "piece of dark” or send them on a search for the dark, and let their imagination go wild!
Don’t forget to bring your dark to the theatre!
