Its still great to learn, and knowledge is still power. Doubt it? Then check out Schoolhouse Rock Live!, the musical revue that brings to life all those catchy lessons in math, science, history and grammar from the still-going-strong Saturday morning cartoon from the 70s. Sure, the show is meant for kids, but any 25-to-30–something will likely be just as excited to sing along to ditties about how a bill becomes a law (Im Just a Bill), how to use and, but, or and nor properly (Conjunction Junction) and (see, we can use them correctly) whats so special about the number three (Three is a Magic Number). These songs and more make their way to the stage through the story of Tom, a first-day teacher worried about how hes going to present his lessons in a fun and engaging way. He decides to calm his nerves by watching a little TV and you guessed it he finds his solution with a click of a remote thanks to (sing along, everybody): Schoolhouse Rocky, a chip off the block/From your favorite schoolhouse, Schoolhouse Rock! 7:30 p.m. today and tomorrow, 2:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Theatre One, 3517 Austin. For tickets and information, call 713-718-6570. $5 to $8.
Thu., Nov. 15, 7:30 p.m.; Fri., Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m.; Sat., Nov. 17, 2:30 p.m.; Sun., Nov. 18, 2:30 p.m., 2007
This article appears in Nov 15-21, 2007.