Script
by Brian Seward
Music by Kenneth Lyen
Puppets by Visual Impact
Directed by Brian Seward
Location:
The Drama Centre,
Canning Rise
Performance
Schedule:
30th - 31th May 2000:
11am and 2pm
1st - 3rd June 2000:
2pm and 7:30pm
Tickets:
$20 (adults)
$16 (children, concession)
Special
Family Ticket:
2 adults plus 2 children - only $64
THE MAGIC PAINTBRUSH
The
Drama Centre (May-June 2000)
DBS
Arts Centre (May 26th to June
6th 2004)
And now coming back by popular demand
21st November to 3rd December 2004
AGF Theatre, Alliance Francaise - as part of the
Asian Children's Drama Fiesta
Synopsis
Tony Lee, a
primary six student is trying to study, but is distracted by his art materials
and collection of storybooks. He decides to take a short break, and starts
reading a brand new storybook - the Magic Paintbrush.
By accident we meet Mao Bi Casso, the Magic paintbrush, and with an accidental
wish, Tony is transported to a Southern Province of China, where in a
series of magical encounters and adventures, the story of Ma Liang and
his magic paintbrush is recounted. Using marvellous puppets, magical black
light sequences and a lively musical score, plus live actors, we meet
Madam Hoang, the tuneful phoenix who guides and helps Liang with his quest,
the Flower Rangers, the confused and very blur Chicken, and a host of
other colourful and lively characters. Watch out for the cruel Emperor,
and his guards Sotong and Shrimp, and see how they finally meet their
namesake nemesis!
All are taught some valuable lessons about friendship, the dangers of
using or abusing power, and the value of creativity. This fun, interactive
play is suitable for the whole family. Colourful puppets and lively actions
will enthral the youngest audience members, whilst fun songs plus a humorous
and thought provoking script will entrance grownups and older children.
The reviews from last time...
Such
a wonderful piece of children’s theatre! ...An enchanting story of magical
proportions was simply told and gently revealed, allowing the children
to take a delight in the tale and make their own judgements. Like a good
Disney cartoon, it appealed to the adults with its funny one-liners and
clever and knowing references to various aspects of pop culture, be it
the Spice Girls, the movie ‘Titanic’ or the film ‘Jaws’... One more thing
that made this musical so enjoyable: the precocious puppets filled the
production with infectious fun and
hilarious energy with their comic antics and loveable personas. Meanwhile,
the music... was toe-tappingly tuneful… Indeed a delightful and enjoyable
performance.
(Flying Inkpot)
