About the Play
Comedy. 40-55 minutes (dependent on level of audience interaction). 1-20 females, 1-20 males (8-30 performers possible). Middle school and older performers, and audiences of all ages.
First produced by Sauk Valley Junior College (Dixon, IL).
Synopsis
Children will actively participate in these four updated and charming folk tales from around the world. In The Giant Wave, a Grandfather's selfless action saves a town (Japan); in The Robber's Contest, two brilliant thieves dazzle their foes with clever pantomime and physical comedy (Russia); in Three Wishes, two sisters struggle with making the right wish (Europe); and in The Great Treasure, a father learns to value true riches (China).