OC presenting play on ‘Kindergarten’ life lessons

Perhaps kindergarten is the foundation for learning how to get along with others.

Robert Fulgham explored that notion in his beloved book series, “All I Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten.”

From Thursday to Saturday, Oklahoma Christian University will present the play based on Fulgham’s beloved book series.

The play is a collection of short stories that follow young children learning about the positive aspects of society. Scott Hale, the director of the performance, said audiences will enjoy this fun and unique show.

“There are a lot of themes, but they are all elemental things that we teach our children on how to be a good human being,” Hale said.

“These are things that we should have learned, or probably did, as a kid, and we are reminding our adult selves of the importance of these things still.”

One of the cast members, sophomore Abigail Kent, talked about the fluidity of the play. Kent, of Edmond, says she enjoys playing several roles in the production because various cast members are in several scenes.

Kent’s favorite scene is about hide-and-seek.

“People go away from each other and want to be found, but at the same time, they don’t want to be found. In adult life, people want to be isolated, but they don’t at the same time,” Kent said. “The play has simple ideas with a lot of profound implications.”

Larry Jurney, chair of OC’s department of communication, believes those simple ideas make the play incredibly enjoyable.

“We chose a play students and others would like because it is lighthearted, positive and fun,” Jurney said. “It is an enjoyable show for students of all ages.”

The show will be at 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday in Judd Theater at Oklahoma Christian University. Tickets are $10. A portion of the proceeds from Friday and Saturday will benefit OC student clubs.

Tickets are free Thursday night for OC students with a student ID. To order tickets, go to oc.edu/ kindergarten or call 405-4256310.