Returning after a sell-out
run in 2014 which Dumpling and I thoroughly enjoyed, The Ant and the
Grasshopper returns this year with the same catchy songs BUT with bigger and
more spectacular set and props! A fast-paced and
interactive production full of fun, specially created with the younger –
Primary and Pre-Primary audience in mind, but with unexpected twists and
turns to keep even the grownups engaged, involved and on their toes!
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The 50-minute run time is great for young children while the
values touched on, in all I Theatre’s productions, will resonate well by the
older children. Previously portrayed as a
puppet, the key character Nessa, returns as a “live actor” in this production
where the transformation into a butterfly is more spectacular!
:: The synopsis
Once there lived an Ant - a hard-working and ever-busy Ant who
never seemed to have time for play or relaxation. And then there was
Grasshopper, with time on his hands and nothing much to do all day.
And visiting from time to time, there is Caterpillar!
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Somehow they were friends. All day long Ant would work hard, without stop or rest, collecting grains of wheat and storing them carefully in her larder.
And Grasshopper would laugh, and say. 'Why do you work so hard,
dear Ant? Come, and rest awhile, listen to my song. Summer is here; the
days are long and bright. Why waste the sunshine in labour and toil?'
Whilst Caterpillar calmly carried on, doing what caterpillars do best…
But Summer does not last long – and soon Winter and the frozen
cold will come…
What will happen to Grasshopper then?
What exactly will Ant do?
And where will Caterpillar go?
:: A Note from the Artistic
Director/Producer – Brian Seward
This is one of those stories you really think you know –
until you examine it a little closer. In the original Fable by Aesop, the ants
work all day, never taking time to appreciate the world around them. Whilst the
Grasshopper does not see the value in working…
In Singapore we like to think that the Ants are the perfect
example of what we should be like. But is the Grasshopper completely wrong in
his point of view? And are the ants really following the best path in life?
There could be something valuable to learn from the Grasshopper, and the other
insects you will meet on the way. In our tiny Island nation I am sure we can
learn something from this tiny insect world!
I am pleased to share that I have 2 sets x family package (4
tickets each package) to give away!
:: Terms and
Conditions
- These tickets will be to the 11am show on Sunday 19 February.
- Winner is to collect the tickets directly from I Theatre office @ 27 Kerbau Road by 15 February (no onsite collection is allowed) during office hours.
- Tickets are not exchangeable for cash or for other dates.
- Please remember to leave a comment below on "What is your favorite Aesop Fable and why?"
- The giveaway is not endorsed, associated with administrated by Facebook.
- As the play takes place in Singapore, this giveaway is opened only to Singapore Residents. GOOD LUCK!
:: Event Date
Sat, 18 Feb - Sun, 19 Mar 2017
18 Feb - 10 Mar 2017, Thu - Fri: 10.30am
14 Mar - 17 Mar 2017, Tue - Fri: 10.30am & 2.00pm
Sat & Sun: 11am & 2.30pm
18 Feb - 10 Mar 2017, Thu - Fri: 10.30am
14 Mar - 17 Mar 2017, Tue - Fri: 10.30am & 2.00pm
Sat & Sun: 11am & 2.30pm
:: Venue
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Our favourite Aesop fable of late would be the Goose that laid the Golden Egg because it teaches us about the importance of contentment and learning to wait. A lovely way to teach the littles about being grateful for what they have.;)
ReplyDeleteMy fav is The Ant and grasshopper! Great story to teach the children to always be prepared for necessity and don't take things for granted' :)
ReplyDeleteMy fav is The Lion and The Mouse. It shows that everyone has their own value. We should be an inclusive society.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the lovely giveaway! Hope to enjoy this production with my little one.
FB: Gladys Tiyo
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Our Favourite Aesop fable is the lion and the mouse! Love that it can teach my boys not to belittle ourself! FB: theresa Tay
ReplyDeleteDefinitely the lion and the mouse! It tells everyone is here for a reason. Believe in yourself.
ReplyDeleteIt has to be The Hare and The Tortoise as it is a story almost everyone hears when they are young. It teaches both adults and children to be slow and steady.
ReplyDeleteOur Favourite Aesop fable is the lion and the mouse! Love that the stories all have a take home message which in this case is not to belittle ourself! FB: Katherine Heng
ReplyDeleteMy fav Aesop Fable is the one about the hare and the tortoise. It teaches the importance of perseverance, consistency and humility, and that pride comes before a fall.
ReplyDeleteFavourite is The Hare and the Tortoise as I believe this was the first fable my parents told me and also the first fable I told my kids. Great moral teachings about pride before a fall and never give up attitude!
ReplyDeleteTeo Yee Long
Definitely the lion and the mouse! It tells us that everyone one plays a part, no matter how big or how small we are and not to belittle ourself!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite Aesop Fable is The Hare and the Tortoise because it is a very good story to teach children about the importance of perseverance and never give up attitude :-)
ReplyDeleteOur family favorite Aesop Fable is The Boy Who Cry Wolf because it teaches us the importantance of telling the truth
ReplyDeleteFavourite story is the Boy Who Cry Wolf because it is THE story to teach young kids not to lie and not to play pranks on others.
ReplyDeleteRobert Sim
robert_sim@yahoo.com
My favourite story is The Fox & The Crow. It reminds us not to trust flatters.
ReplyDeleteThe Hare and the Tortoise. Slow and steady wins the race!
ReplyDeleteI love The Tortoise and the Hare that teaches moral values that fast and impatient won't mean u will win but slow and preservance will get you there. And arrogance is certainly not a merit too. This is certainly the right story that teaches myself and my kids too
ReplyDeleteOur Favourite Aesop fable is the lion and the mouse! Love that the stories and the morale in which we should not belittle ourself! Everyone has a role to play and could help in one way or another.
ReplyDeleteFB: Adeline Tan huixiu
The boy who cried wolf :)
ReplyDeleteThis story teaches my kids to be truthful, never tell lies or no one will trust you anymore. Especially important at this stage where they are at their cheekiest.
My Favourite Aesop Fable is The boy who cried wolf. It teaches about honesty and what would happen if keep lying. I often reference to this fable when reminding my kids to be truthful.
ReplyDeletefav is The boy who cried wolf. It is very important to let children to be aware not to tell lies and the consequences of lying.
ReplyDeleteFb : Grace Ng
email : nctgrace@yahoo.com
Thanks for the awesome giveaway ��
ReplyDeleteMy favourite Aesop fable is The Ant and the Grasshopper! It taught me about the importance of hard work and friendship since I was young. I read this story to my two girls too, and am happy that they enjoy the story as well! Will love to win the tickets to bring them to the play! 😊
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My favourite Aesop Fable is the hare and the tortoise as it teaches us to be humble and not be proud and at the same time, always be patient.
ReplyDeleteMy FB is Andy Neo and email is andyneo75@yahoo.com.sg