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The Tell-Tale Heart

"The Tell-Tale Heart" Adapted by David Treptow Performing at Dolores Winningstad Theatre February 10, 11th at 8pm

Jan 10, 2013

Photos: 4

The Ugliest Duckling

Aug 2, 2010

Photos: 7

Malika, Queen of the Cats

"Malika, Queen of the Cats" by Nancy Aldrich premiering in 2010. Story - Sitti, a kind and generous old woman, helps a cat and is rewarded with great wealth by Malika, Queen of the Cats. Her greedy and unpleasant neighbor also meets the Queen and demands a gift, but she is given wasps instead of gold. Kindness and generosity are the values taught in this folktale from Palestine, giving children a positive view of Middle Eastern culture. Adapted from the book, “Sitti and the Cats” by Sally Bahous. Funded in part by the National Endowment for the Arts

Apr 9, 2010

Photos: 9

Little One-Inch

"Little One Inch" By Leo Kominz A tiny boy, who proves his strength by defeating a rat, sets off to save Japan from a great ogre. His parents give him a rice bowl to use as a boat, and a chopstick to use as an oar. In his adventures he befriends a kappa, rides a koi through the rapids, and becomes the playmate of a princess before defeating the ogre in a hilarious battle. Performed with bunraku puppets this play will delight your entire audience. Playwritht Leo Kominz received a 2005 Portland Drammy Award for this play commissioned by Tears of Joy Theatre.

Feb 5, 2010

Photos: 12

There's a Nightmare in my Closet and other Stories

There's a Nightmare in My Closet by Mercer Mayer Don’t worry about what’s under your bed, check the closet! This award winning story by Mercer Mayer is for anyone who’s ever been afraid of the dark. Get your head out from under the covers and meet the most lovable nightmare you could ever dream up. This play also incorporates The Fat Cat, a Danish folktale, and Jabberwocky by Lewis Carroll. Ages 4 and up

Dec 11, 2009

Photos: 6

Peter and the Wolf

Dec 6, 2009

Photos: 4

PuppetzVsPeople

Tears of Joy Theatre ® presents: Puppetz Vs. People™ The audience gets involved when Tears of Joy Theatre and ComedySportz and Zing! productions collaborate in this hilarious improvisational competition between a team of puppets and a team of people. Bring the relatives for a fun family event following Thanksgiving. Best for ages 10 and up Tears of Joy Theatre is nationally recognized for its commitment to excellence and innovation in puppetry. A resident company of the Portland Center for the Performing Arts, Tears of Joy is a three-time recipient of American Puppetry's highest honor, the citation of Excellence in the Art of Puppetry. Tears of Joy touring performers entertain and inspire more than 200,000 people annually in theatres, community centers, festivals and schools throughout the US and abroad. Interviews and photographs are available upon request. ###

Nov 27, 2009

Photos: 4

Rumpelstiltskin

Tears of Joy Theatre ® presents: Rumpelstiltskin by Sharon Whitney What’s a girl to do when faced with the impossible task of spinning straw into gold? Find out in this sparkling adaptation of the classic German folk tale by the Brothers Grimm. Tears of Joy will bring the miller, his daughter, her baby, and the mysterious Rumpelstiltskin to life. Style: Modified Bunraku

Nov 13, 2009

Photos: 10

Benefit Dinner 2009

Sep 29, 2009

Photos: 24

Stellaluna

STELLALUNA By Emily Alexander Stellaluna, the enchanting story of a baby fruit bat who falls into a bird’s nest, is adapted from the beloved book by Janell Cannon. Poor Stellaluna tries to adapt to her new home but finds herself the odd one out, hanging by her feet and disgusted by those bugs Mother Bird brings home to dinner. And so begins the re-education of Stellaluna, out of her element and struggling to obey rules for which she’s naturally ill-equipped. What a relief when she finally discovers she is a bat! It message of self-acceptance and celebrating differences is warm and clear.

Sep 17, 2009

Photos: 8

When Animals Were People

"When Animals Were People" includes Mexican and South American tales brought to life in a dynamic new production by Nancy Aldrich and Omar Vargus. "When Animals Were People", a tale from Mexico, is paired with "The Lazy Bee", a story from Argentina. (ages 4 and up)