Theatrical plays for schools 2009-2010
“to Optimism, Determination and Friendship”
Summary
The fairy elves jump out of a magic box and tell us stories from the faraway Indies. Stories about queens and wise men, stories about birds and clouds, lions and foxes.
They tell us stories about tears of joy and sadness. They say that all creatures are looking for the magic potion of Happiness. Really, where is it hidden? Who is the guardian of the secret? Is it you? Or is it me?
A red string is blooming
and the scent of jasmin fills the air
the truth is right here to be discovered
give it a twirl and let it fly away like a bird
A yellow string is unravelling
waiting for us in the rain’s braids
go on, be a raindrop yourself
gently water dearest Earth
A blue string, small sail on a boat
travels from West to East
pick angels’ colors from the heart
for all Earth to come alive
Red string unravels
wrapped around the spinning wheel
give it kick to turn
for the fairy tale to begin
Director’s note
The theatrical performance “Red string unravelling…” is an original dramatization of fairy tales enriched with live singing and music. Impressive puppets (to man height) and imposing yet cute masks come alive on stage. Actors’ bodies are transformed into elements of nature, tingling the young audience’s imagination. Through dance, song and physical expression the performance transcends in a fun and educational way, the importance of values such as Friendship, Relationships, Family, Love and Peace.
Cast
Script and verse writing: Anna Papamarkou- Leonidas Pseltouras
Direction: Anna Papamarkou
Original music composition: Vasilis Kleftakos
Costumes: Katerina Passa
Masks/Set design/ Puppets: Apollonia Theocharis
Actors: Maria Logotheti, Irini Andreou, Fani Mitsopoulou