by Aurand Harris

A moment of silence please for the introduction of the world’s most distinguished magician, trickster and entertainer, the Monkey King… (cue banana peel on sidewalk) …SPLAT!  For hundreds of years, legends and stories concerning the fabulous Monkey King have been an integral part of the cultural fabric of Asian life.  Presented in the style of Chinese Story Theatre with live music, minimal properties, pantomimed action and extraordinary physical performance, these short pieces of comedy, drama, poetry and adventure are linked by a beguiling monkey with an insatiable appetite for fun.  Using his magical powers to aid heroes and heroines, defeat villains and spice up a dull afternoon, the character of the Monkey King embraces the bold, free-wheeling spirit in every human soul.  Go Ape!

School Performances:

Touring directly to local Antelope Valley elementary schools (March 8, 2007 to May 25, 2007)

Public Performances:

April 21, 2007 @ 11am

April 21, 2007 @ 2pm

Tickets:

$5 general admission

Location:

AVC Black Box Theatre

Auditions:

October 20 @ 6-9pm

October 21@ 2-5pm

October 22 @ 2-5pm             

Director:

Mark Branner