Teatro AmbulanteCarlitos and the Magic Garden is an imaginative tale of a junk food craving little boy who discovers the benefits of gardening, friends and his grandma's chicken soup. The show dramatizes the benefits of eating home-cooked meals and fruits and vegetables instead of fast foods, soda and sweets. The show is crafted for children 3-8 but its artistry and social messaging will appeal and entertain all ages.

After the premiere, Carlitos and the Magic Garden will travel to preschools, schools and community centers in Richmond and Oakland.

When: Saturday, March 15th at 1:00 p.m.
What: Carlitos and the Magic Garden Puppet Show followed by a one-hour puppet-making workshop. Both events are FREE.
Who: ArtsChange in collaboration with Artist in Residence, Tania Padilla and MOCHA: Museum of Children's Art. Additional puppeteers include Luz Gaxiola and Christina Shonkwiler. Featuring the voice of actor Wilma Bonet.
Where: MOCHA - Museum of Children's Art, 538 Ninth Street between Washington & Clay, Oakland, 94607
Contact: Ann Schnake or Rosa Valdez at ArtsChange, (510) 231-1348


Directions to MOCHA:

MOCHA is located three blocks from the 12th Street BART Station. Exit the 11th Street Gate and proceed two blocks up Broadway to 9th. Turn right on 9th. MOCHA is located inside Swan's Marketplace at 9th and Washington.
FROM BERKELEY AND THE NORTH
Take 80 West to 580 East to 980 Downtown Oakland. Take the 11th/12th Street Exit. Turn left on 11th Street. Turn right on Clay Street. Proceed two blocks to 9th Street. Turn left on 9th Street.
FROM SAN FRANCISCO AND THE WEST
Cross the Bay Bridge and take 880 South San Jose. Take the Broadway / Alameda Exit. Turn right at the bottom of the exit ramp onto 5th Street. Turn left on Washington Street. Proceed three blocks to 8th Street. Turn left on 8th Street. Proceed one block to Clay Street. Turn right on Clay Street. Proceed one block to 9th Street. Turn right on 9th Street.

For more information and driving directions, please visit: www.mocha.org