by James Ambrose Brown
directed by Ann Wakefield


November 1 – December 3, 2005
TUE & THU at 10 am
SAT at 2 pm

Special Holiday Week:
Additional performances on MON 11/28, WED 11/30 and FRI 12/2 at 10 am
scenic design by Carolina Avalos
costume design by Jessica Chesak
lighting design by Noah Record
sound design by Scotty Iseri
dramaturgy by Lyssa Cook & Cat Gannon
stage management by Bevin R. Mick




SUMMARY
Visit the lush and exotic world of South Africa where Moonsammy, a young fruit vendor, sells his wares in front of a Hindu temple. Impressed by his noble intentions, The Little Green God grants Moonsammy three magic mango leaves. Using the enchanted leaves, Moonsammy embarks on a quest to rescue Soni, a beautiful girl locked in a tower by her greedy uncle. Together, they learn the value of faith, friendship and loyalty in this captivating tale. Recommended for age 6 and up.

The cast features Stewart Calhoun (The Green God), Missi Davis (Cricket), Jason Karasev (Moonsammy), Allison Pryce (The Green God), Dima Rozental (Old Man), Kristen Secrist (Soni), Douglas Thornton (The Rajah), and Andrea Tichy (The Old Woman).


SPECIAL EVENTS

ASL Interpreted Performances > The performances on THU 11/17 at 10 am and SAT 11/19 at 2 pm will be interpreted in American Sign Language. For further information about interpreted performances, call the Box Office or TTY 773.325.7975.

Opening Saturday Autographs > After the performance on SAT 11/5, join the cast for autographs and photo opportunities.

Ice Cream Social > Enjoy an ice-cream treat, discussion, design exhibit and autograph session with the director, dramaturg and cast in a private event room at the Hilton Chicago and Towers following the performance on SAT 11/19. Tickets for this event are $5.

Notebaert Nature Museum Day > At the performance on SAT 11/5, be eligible to win family memberships from the Notebaert Nature Museum.

Chicago Children's Museum Day > At the performance on SAT 11/12, be eligible to win family memberships and more from the Chicago Children’s Museum.

Edwardo's Pizza Day > At the performance on SAT 11/19, be eligible to win a pizza party for 20, plus other giveaways from Edwardo’s Natural Pizza Restaurant.

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Interpreted in ASL


Visit the cast’s website, with biographies, additional photographs and more!

Dinner Offers > Receive a 15% discount at the Pavilion Restaurant, Buckingham’s, or Kitty O’Sheas (all at the Hilton Chicago and Towers) with coupons from the Box Office. Other dining, from casual to four-star, is available within walking distance of the theatre – on Dearborn Street in the Printer’s Row Historic District, and other options. We also recommend our community partner, Edwardo’s Natural Pizza Restaurant. Obtain complete dining information from the Box Office.


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