THE MAN WHO PLANTED TREES (HOUSE:ED)
02 April 2013 – 05 April 2013
Venue: Studio
Presented by:
Sydney Opera House
Years: 2-6
Subjects: HSIE, Creative Arts: Drama, English
To enquire about this event please call our friendly education team on 02 9250 7770 or make a ticket request
Description
Returning to Sydney Opera House after a sell-out season in 2010, The Man Who Planted Trees is a captivating adaptation of Jean Giono’s classic environmental tale. This is the story of a shepherd, his dog, and their mission to transform a barren land into a beautiful forest, acorn by acorn.
Hear the wind, feel the rain and smell the lavender in this multi-sensory theatrical delight. An engaging mix of storytelling, comedy and puppetry, The Man Who Planted Trees is an inspiring production, showing us the difference one man (and his dog!) can truly make. This performance will be live streamed for regional and remote schools. More Details
Returning to Sydney Opera House after a sell-out season in 2010, The Man Who Planted Trees is a captivating adaptation of Jean Giono’s classic environmental tale. This is the story of a shepherd, his dog, and their mission to transform a barren land into a beautiful forest, acorn by acorn.
Hear the wind, feel the rain and smell the lavender in this multi-sensory theatrical delight. An engaging mix of storytelling, comedy and puppetry, The Man Who Planted Trees is an inspiring production, showing us the difference one man (and his dog!) can truly make. This performance will be live streamed for regional and remote schools. More Details
Curriculum Links
Stages 1, 2 & 3
HSIE
Relationships with Places; The Environment; Ecological Sustainability
Creative Arts: Drama
Dramatic Storytelling; Role and Character; Puppetry; Comedy
English
Literary Texts: Spoken Narrative, Literary Recount; Visual Literacy
ACCESS PERFORMANCE
Fri 5 Apr 10.30am
AUSLAN interpreted performance and post performance Q&A
Pre-performance touch tour
More Info
Artist Information
Adapted from Jean Giono’s story by: Ailie Cohen, Richard Medrington & Rick Conte
Director: Ailie Cohen
Performers: Richard Medrington & Rick Conte
Set & Puppet Design: Ailie Cohen
Lighting Design: Elspeth Murray
Sound Design: Barney Strachan
Pricing Information
Prices correct at the time of publication and subject to change without notice. Exact prices will be displayed with seat selection.
| School Groups |
$16 per student |
| Teachers |
One teacher free for every 20 students, additional teachers at student rate |
Performance Dates
Running Time: 70 minutes, including Q&A
Tuesday 2 April, 11am / 1pm
Wednesday 3 April, 11am / 1pm
Thursday 4 April, 11am / 1pm
Friday 5 April, 11am / 1pm
Reviews
‘Laughs, heartbreak, regeneration, scented breezes, sparkling wit, the best dog puppet ever. Terrific.’ -
The Guardian
'IT IS VERY, very rare to find something that appeals as effortlessly to children and adults as this magical show …' - The Scotsman
'One of the most entrancing 60 minutes you will find in any theatre… A little gem of a theatrical experience.' - Wigan Evening Post
Winner of the Eco Prize for Creativity 2007
Edinburgh Fringe Festival Total Theatre Award 2008 – Story Theatre
Manchester Evening News Theatre Award 2009 – Best Studio Production
Best Children’s Show – 2009 Brighton Fringe Festival
Victor Award Winner – 2009 IPAY Showcase, Cleveland, Ohio
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