There will be a special free perfomance of The Reluctant Dragon for children and families on Friday, August 8 at 10am in the auditorium at the Blackstone Library, 758 Main Street, Branford.
Kenneth Grahame's 1898 timeless children's story is brought to life in this captivating adaptation by Shakesperience Productions Inc. While enjoying the commanding and powerful delivery of this age-old story, the audience can reflect upon the advantages of nonviolent problem-solving as they also reassess the benefits of friendship. This production offers a connection that is both exciting and appealing.
In this Shakesperience Productions adaptation a shepherd girl races against time and popular opinion to protect and defend her dragon friend for other villagers, dragon-slayer St. George, and certain destruction. A giant set of Cuisenaire® rods forms the backdrop for costumes inspired by the art of René Magritte as this production highlights themes of stereotype and prejudice encapsulated in environmental sustainability. Students of all ages seem to really grasp the lessons and concepts. The cast effectively help the audience to understand through language, music, sign interpretation and pre and post show discussions.
Shakesperience educates and inspires students, families, and theater professionals through the arts in order to explore social constructs and foster mutual respect for all people. Shakesperience creates innovative, interactive, thought-provoking live theatre programs rooted in classical literature by focusing on the dynamic relationship between the artist and the audience.
The performance is free and open to the public and is a collaborative program of Shoreline Arts Alliance, Shakesperience Productions Inc. and the Blackstone Library.
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