Live Performances

Photo of Kaki King sitting on a stool playing guitar in front of 3 large circles, that have a projected green color on them.

Ovations Offstage, School-Time Performances

School-Time Performance

Kaki King & GLITCH presents “BUGS”

Suggested for grades PK - 3


April 12, 2027 • 10:00 AM

Westbrook Performing Arts Center


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One of the most acclaimed guitarists today blends music and technology with the wild and wonderful world of  bugs!  

This new concert for young audiences incorporates Kaki King’s signature guitar, projection mapping, and drum-triggered effects into a fun exploration of bugs, beetles, critters, and all things sugar. Audiences will experience magically synched visuals, emotionally rich music, playful effects, as well as audio samples and multiple kinds of insect sounds from field recordings in nature. This interactive performance encourages audiences to participate -they will be invited to shout out to their favorite bug, dance like one of the insects jiggling around on the guitar, and embrace their curiosity about the world around us. The result? An enchanting concert that combines music, light, and imagery to encourage children to think about nature, ecology, and the animal kingdom. 

SHOW TIMES

MONDAY, APRIL 12, 2027 at 10 AM

WESTBROOK PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

BOX OFFICE

$10 / TICKET

Email offstage@portlandovations.org with questions about this performance.

Registration closes two weeks before the performance.

RUN TIME

60 Minutes

ACCESS SERVICES & PERFORMANCE SENSORY

 
Wheelchair accessible. Assistive Listening Devices available.
 
This performance contains flashing lights, periodic darkness and loud noise. Ear protection available upon request. 
ASL interpretation available upon request.
Audio Description available. Guests receive a headset to wear upon arrival to the venue. A narrator describes the visual elements of the performance. Please request Audio Description service when booking your tickets.

LEARNING CONNECTIONS

WORKSHOPS

All registered schools and groups to BUGS receive one free pre-performance workshop. Must register for workshop 8 weeks prior to performance date. Please email offstage@portlandovations.org with any questions.
 
  • Performing Arts: Music, Guitar, Drums 
  • Science: Bugs, ecosystems and humans relationship to the natural world;  Sugar, nutrition and healthy eating habits. 
  • 21st Century Skills: Curiosity, Observation 

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