Kilowatt Kitchen Energizes the New Glarus Elementary School
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Photo courtesy of Beth Carlson
A student assistant helps Lorraine Quiche make the case to restaurant critic Eggs Benedict Arnold for saving energy in her restaurant.
Professional actors from the National Theatre for Children (NTC) visited the New Glarus Elementary School on May 21st to perform "Kilowatt Kitchen," an educational play about electrical safety and conservation. New Glarus Utilities and their power supplier, WPPI Energy, sponsored all program costs. The program focused on measuring energy and electricity, renewable resources, wasting energy and electricity and conserving energy and electricity.
The live program revolves around Lorraine Quiche, who is about to achieve her dream of opening her own restaurant. Unfortunately, it turns out her head chef has been wasting energy, causing the power to go out. With the help of a student volunteer, as well as colorful characters like Horace Flyman and Adam Grizzly, Lorraine sets off to learn about energy and electricity and restore the power before opening night.
In addition to live performances, the program includes digital games and activities that align with the important concepts outlined in the live shows.
"New Glarus Utilities and WPPI Energy have been proud sponsors of NTC productions for almost 15 years. These performances teach students about important energy concepts in a way that really stays with them," said Beth Carlson, Energy Services Representative.
About New Glarus Utilities
New Glarus Utilities is a locally owned, not-for-profit electric, water and wastewater utility serving nearly 1,400 homes and businesses in New Glarus. The utility is a member-owner of wholesale power supplier WPPI Energy.
About National Theatre for Children
NTC is a premium provider of educational programming with operations in the U.S., Australia and New Zealand. We work directly between schools and clients to promote beneficial behaviors and life skills to students in grades K-12 on a local, regional and national level. To learn more, visit http://www.ntccorporate.com.
