CAST: 3M, 3F
SET: Bare stage
TIME: About 45 minutes
Script:
$7.25 each
ROYALTY:
$40 First Performance
$40 Each Additional Performance
SET: Bare stage
TIME: About 45 minutes
Script:
$7.25 each
ROYALTY:
$40 First Performance
$40 Each Additional Performance
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This play consists of a series of classic African folk tales narrated and performed by actors using only masks to create a variety of characterizations. Stories presented include ”How Mouse Came To Tell Tales,” ”How Ananse The Spider Passed On The Debt,” and ”The Talking Skull.” Ideal for touring, the show gives performers an opportunity to create various roles in the same play... and introduces young audiences to a whole new area of fascinating folklore.
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Tale of the Mouse
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MURRAY STATE UNIV THEATRE
MURRAY, KY
MURRAY, KY
CINCINNATI WALDORF SCHOOL
CINCINNATI, OH
CINCINNATI, OH
EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
APPLETON, WI
APPLETON, WI
NATASHA DAVIES
GOODMAN, MO
GOODMAN, MO
NORTH PITT HIGH SCHOOL
BETHEL, NC
BETHEL, NC
WEST ALLIS RECREATION DEPT
WEST ALLIS, WI
WEST ALLIS, WI
ROCKY MOUNTAIN LUTHERAN HS
COMMERCE CITY, CO
COMMERCE CITY, CO
SIOUX FALLS PARKS AND REC
SIOUX FALLS, SD
SIOUX FALLS, SD
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This is an excellent way to introduce children to the spirit of African folk tales and the art of storytelling. Plays for Children and Young Adults
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E-Views deliver a non-printable, complete preview script to your Pioneer library for reading anytime. Click on ORDER THIS TITLE, then select ELECTRONIC PREVIEW SCRIPT.
For production: E-Scripts
E-Scripts allow organizations to receive an emailed, printable PDF of the script within one business day without needing to prepay for scripts or royalties. This option requires the purchase of a sufficient number of distribution rights for your entire cast.
To choose this option, place your PRODUCTION ORDER normally, including the total number of scripts you need for your production. As with all production orders, you must order a minimum of one script per cast member. Then, select “Emailed E-script” as your DELIVERY OPTION during checkout.
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NOTE: If you do not wish to prepay for your entire production, you can still take advantage of E-Scripts and receive your emailed PDF within one business day.
To choose this option, place your PRODUCTION ORDER normally, including the total number of scripts you need to make for your production. As with all production orders, you must order a minimum of one script per cast member. Then, select “Get It Now!” as your DELIVERY OPTION during checkout, indicate which materials you would like sent electronically, and enter your credit card information in the appropriate space. Make sure you’ve specified the exact number of performances and selected “Bill Now” for your royalties.
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NOTE: If you do not wish to prepay for your entire production, you can still take advantage of E-Scripts and receive your emailed PDF within one business day.
