On Thursday, March 12, the students in grades three, four, five, and six enjoyed a mesmerizing experience at The Growing Stage-The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey. The audience was delighted by the performance of Mesmerized: A Ben Franklin Science and History Mystery. This play was adapted for the stage by Suzanne Maynard Miller from the original book Mesmerized: How Ben Franklin Solved a Mystery That Baffled All of France by Mara Rockliff. The fast-paced, entertaining play highlighted the scientific breakthroughs, philosophies, talents, curiosity, diplomacy, writing, and imagination of the remarkable Ben Franklin. The cast of six did a remarkable job weaving so many of Ben Franklin’s stories, inventions, ideas, international relations, and the scientific method into a phenomenal performance enjoyed by all. Many thanks to the PTA for assisting in subsidizing our cultural and educational experiences at LBS!
