Performance Network Theatre’s educational outreach program, the Children’s Theatre Network, will be presenting the classic tale, “The Fisherman and His Wife” on Saturday February 18 at 1pm, as part of the Saturday Series for Young Audiences. This musical comedy will be followed by a complimentary milk and cookies reception. “Fisherman” features a book by Paul Vanderoest with music and lyrics by Kerry Graves.
About the show: This musical, based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, incorporates lively songs and likable characters to teach that satisfaction with yourself is the most precious commodity of all. Arthur and Zelda have a simple, happy life. But when Mamie the Mermaid gets tangled in Arthur’s fishing line, he must choose his wishes carefully! Featuring Jeremy Salvatori, Gayle Ellen Martin and Chelsea Sadler.
Tickets are available online (www.performancenetwork.org), over the phone (734-663-0681) or in person at 120 E. Huron St., Ann Arbor.
Tickets are priced at $7 for children and $10 for adults. Year-long Family Memberships are also available for $95 and include perks such as free family entry into any Saturday Series performance, and discounts on children’s acting classes and private performances.
Children’s Theatre Network is a touring program dedicated to awakening the creativity, intellect and compassion of our youth through the power and fun of live performance. Performance Network presents each of the productions one Saturday a month on its Main Stage for local families.
Founded in 1981, Performance Network Theatre has grown from a fledgling company to Ann Arbor’s only resident, professional theatre. The Network reaches 40,000 theatre patrons and children each year through the year-round Professional Series and the Children’s Theatre Network. Performance Network also presents the Fireside Festival of New Works and a series of classes on theatre-related topics. The Network provides uncompromising artistic leadership in the region and produces works that engage, challenge and inspire audiences and artists.
