Geffen’s gone crazy for kids

Young theater-goers will get some entertainment as they like it at the Geffen this weekend.

It’s always a good idea to use jugglers, stilt-walkers and puppets if your goal is to keep children in their seats.

At the Geffen Playhouse, the quirky Troubadour Theatre Company will pull rabbits out of every imaginable hat for Funky Punks!—a live, circus-themed series of sketches. The production is part of the playhouse’s “Saturday Scene,” a set of performances specifically tailored for families. Complimentary snacks will be served after the show.

The bulk of the programming at the UCLA-affiliated Geffen Playhouse is classic and contemporary plays for adults. Saturday Scene is part of the playhouse’s education and outreach efforts, which are designed to foster an appreciation of theater in young people and the community.

Funky Punks! takes the stage Saturday, March 3, at 11 a.m., and is recommended for children ages 5 through 11. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children. The Geffen Playhouse is located at 10886 Le Conte Avenue in Westwood.

Posted 2/29/12