When Lowell Stallbaum, a retired learning disabilities specialist, attends E & M shows, he’s often bringing not only his own grandchildren and their friends, but other members of his large, extended family. A veritable entourage of eager theater-goers! “It’s such a joy seeing their reactions to the performers,” Stallbaum shared. “And the thing is, the shows combine entertainment and education. I like that they are fun for adults as well.” The new E & M Presents season include

“Lookout, SCIENCE is Coming!!” After all, science surrounds us. Everything we do and deal with in our lives is science. Understanding science helps kids appreciate and relate to the world around them. In character, Doktor Kaboom is an over-the-top German physicist with a no-holds-barred passion for science (and comedy). Sporting chrome goggles, orange lab coat, motorcycle boots and wicked cool hair, he’s been described as “Part Mister Wizard, part Mr. Rogers,” “Better than

“We look for shows that we would like to attend,” shared Evy Warshawski, a partner in the all-volunteer nonprofit that was created in 2015. “While there are many performers who create work specifically for younger audiences, we want to find those artists who have not played Napa and bring something new and fresh to our community.” Interaction between artist and audience is also a key factor in choosing a show. Free pre-show arts activities often relate to the shows on st