Synopsis
The play tells the story of Moonbeam, mysterious daughter of the Moon King. She is hidden as a tiny babe inside a magically glowing bamboo and is discovered on the night of the August moon by the childless bamboo cutter. The play presents the comedy and adventure of Moonbeam's bumbling suitors; the startling revelation of her true identity and fate; the dramatic clash between the Moon King and the Emperor; and finally, Moonbeam's bittersweet departure from her earthly loved ones.
Details
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Status
In stock
- Type of Show Full-length Play
- Product Code SY5000
- Cast Size 14
- Min. Royalty Rate $65/perf
- Cost $8.95
- Approx. Run Time 75 min
Categories
- Target Audience Young Audiences | Middle School | High School
- Performing Group College Theatre | Community Theatre
- Genre Drama
- ISBN(13) 9780886802660
Customer Reviews
- "We had a lot of fun producing this show! We explored kabuki theatre, had fun making costumes and all the tech and had fun with all the acting challenges! Make sure to leave enough time to do all the technical theatre that's required."
- Review by Blake Jones, Union Middle School, Killeen, Texas
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Community Players of Concord NH Children's Theatre Project
