 With a cast of over 40 local youth ages 5-18, Superior Arts Youth Theater (SAYT) will present Disney’s My Son Pinocchio at Lake Superior Theatre, August 9-12, 14, 16-19, & 21, 2022. The 60-minute musical is based on the 2000 made-for-television movie Geppetto with original music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and a few tunes from the 1940 Disney classic Pinocchio. SAYT’s production is directed and music directed by Caitlin Palomaki, with co-music direction by Anna Morozov and choreography by Alexxus Taavola.
“Pinocchio highlights themes of the true meaning of family, unconditional love and acceptance, while the characters work to overcome the pressure of high expectations,” said Palomaki. “The kids have put a lot of time, energy, and talent into making this show special for themselves, each other, and those who come to support.” In this twist on the traditional Pinocchio story, things don’t work out exactly as expected. The Blue Fairy (C1: Reya Ghiardi; C2: Tiffany Ridolphi) is convinced that she granted Geppetto’s (C1&2: Jack Bishop) wish perfectly, but the toy maker is less than thrilled with his new son Pinocchio (C1: Zuri Ghiardi; C2: Ellia Marquardson). Geppetto tries to convince the Blue Fairy of Pinocchio’s defects, and he begs her to take him back. The Blue Fairy refuses, but later agrees to give Pinocchio to a greedy puppeteer, Stromboli (C1&2: Jonah Hardenbergh), who wants the stringless puppet for his show. When Pinocchio saves them both from the mouth of a whale, Geppetto realizes he has grown to love his new son. Upon returning home, he is forced to convince Stromboli and the Blue Fairy that he deserves to keep Pinocchio. SAYT’s production of My Son Pinocchio will be performed by Cast One Tuesday, August 9 through Friday, August 12 and Sunday, August 14. Cast Two performances will be Tuesday, August 16 through Friday, August 19 and Sunday, August 21. All performances take place at the Lake Superior Theatre boathouse (270 N Lakeshore Blvd.) and begin at 7:30pm. Advance tickets are on sale now: $15.00 for adults, $12.00 for students/seniors, and $7.50 for youth 14 and younger. Purchase tickets online at nmu.universitytickets.com, by phone (906) 227-1032, or in person at any NMU ticketing outlet: Berry Events Center, University Bookstore, Superior Dome, or the Forest Roberts Theatre. This activity is supported by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts. About SAYT |
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