Circus, Mimes, Puppets & Masks


Transformations - Christopher Agostino

 
 

CATSKILL PUPPET THEATRE presents original, delightful musical productions on a variety of themes that feature full sets, colorful scenery and large, exquisitely crafted puppets. Enchanting folk tales that teach lessons with a wonderful blend of humor, mystery, drama and magical effects include: Sister Rain and Brother Sun,  Hiawatha,  The Willow Girl, Ivan and the Icewolf and the newest production, Lion Whiskers, an Ethiopian folktale. John Potocnik and Carol Mandigo; Grades K-6; $950/$1350

 

CIRCUS MINIMUS The One-Man Circus-in-a-Suitcase delights and inspires assembly audiences to practice compassion and follow their dreams. An entire cast of circus performers emerge from a small suitcase but the most important characters come from the audience, as chosen members become part of the action. Each show is a dialogue between the audience and the characters, a lighthearted collaboration that allows participants to runaway and join the circus and still be back in time for lunch. Kevin O'Keefe; Grades K-8; $800/$1300  

    Kevin O’Keefe  (212) 874-3976

A FAMILY ALBUM Susanmarie Cunningham’s soft sculpture presentation, A Family Album, combines elements of costuming, storytelling, puppetry, and clowning to tell a hilariously playful, yet poignant tale about growing up. The life-sized soft sculptures worn by Susanmarie and student volunteers comically address issues that are common and heartfelt to elementary and middle school students. The life skills woven into the presentation include learning to be a good friend, tempering romance with wisdom, the importance of self reliance, and using your own uniqueness to build self esteem. A feast for the eyes, the mind and the soul! Susanmarie Cunningham; Grades 1-8; $675/$950 

    Susanmarie Cunningham  (908) 735-0010

IMAGINATION IN MOTION This athletic movement theater performance draws on various theatrical styles including mime, modern dance and vaudeville - but turns these traditions upside down by combining them with dialogue, audience participation and a delightfully original soundtrack. Throughout the performance, the artists demystify the creative process by illustrating that the skills necessary to create their dynamic performance are the same skills students utilize in the classroom. Rajeckas & Intraub/Project Impact; Grades K-12; $850/$1350   

THE MASK MESSENGER is a witty and often thought-provoking performance that presents a stunning kaleidoscope of character transformations brought to life through body movement. The performance will provide audiences with a cultural, historical, and artistic overview of the use of masks throughout the world. Faustwork Mask Theatre; Grades 1-12; $900/$1380 

TRANSFORMATIONS! A WORLD HISTORY OF MASKS AND PAINTED FACES:  Christopher Agostino presents the art of transformation as practiced by cultures around the world — illustrated live on stage through traditional designs re-created on the faces of audience volunteers. It’s a fascinating and informative show for middle and high school audiences and can also be presented as a workshop or lecture program for students of visual and theater arts. Agostino Arts; Grades 3-12; $600/$825