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The Neverending Story
By Michael Ende
Adapted for the stage by David S. Craig
Grades 3 - 8
Grades 3 - 8
February 27 - March 17, 2012
Playing at Young People's Theatre - Mainstage
165 Front Street East, Toronto ON
The Neverending Story is a thrilling epic adventure, in the spirit of The Lord of the Rings, which reveals— and revels in—the glory and wonder of imagination. A young boy named Bastian seeks refuge from reality in the pages of a strange book. Hiding in the attic of his school, he begins to read and, unbeknownst to him, the story is enacted below. Fantastica, a land of stories, is in danger as The Nothing threatens to engulf everything in its path. The Childlike Empress chooses an unlikely hero, Atreyu, a boy Bastian’s age, to go on a quest to save their world. Atreyu’s adventure takes him through the Swamps of Sadness, to Morla the Turtle, Ygramul, the Many, and the maze of the Southern Oracle. He loses his horse Artax, but gains the friendship of Falkor the Luck Dragon. Finally, he must face the werewolf Gmork, bent on the destruction, not only of Fantastica, but of imagination itself. In the end, however, it is not Atreyu who is the hero. At the climax of
the story, it is Bastian’s imagination and belief in the story, which leads the audience to the surprising and emotional conclusion.
Based on Michael Ende's classic German novel, David S. Craig's stage adaptation is a magical exploration of character and creativity. Children of all ages will delight
at Bastian's story as told Craig and his team of artists, including the multi-talented Lori Hickling (costumes), and award-winners Glenn Davidson (set / lighting
design) and Rick Sacks (sound designer / composer). Premiering in Spring 2012 at Young People's Theatre in Toronto, Ontario, Roseneath's production is sure to
awaken the wonder of imagination. Recommended for grades 3-8.
CURRICULUM CONNECTIONS:
Children’s Literature, Language
Children’s Literature, Language
CHARACTER EDUCATION CONNECTIONS:
Perseverance, Co-operation, Empathy
THEMES:
Hero's Quest, The Power of Imagination, Innocence to experience, Bravery, The Love of Reading
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For more information or to book tickets for the Neverending Story, please contact Young People's Theatre:
Young People's Theatre Box Office:
416-862-2222
Photo Credit: Richard Lee and Brendan Howlet
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