The Shadowbox Theatre

MAINSTAGE PRODUCTIONS : THE EARTH AND ME

Libretto by Sandra Robbins
Music by Sandra Robbins & Jeff Olmsted
Production Design by Iku Oseki
Choreography by Shela Xoregos
Co-Directed by Sandra Robbins & Shela Xoregos

Cast of 9: 6 dancer/puppeteers (including a child dancer) and 3 shadow puppeteer/projectionists

A child once sat upon the Earth and said
Earth, speak to me
Tell me your secrets wondrous Earth
How do you make a tree

The message the world needs now!
"Hand in Hand/ We all will stand/ Through love we'll ask for Peace"
With a flowing tapestry of song, dance, puppetry and music, The Earth And Me inspires children with hope and empowerment. The children learn how they can help protect the Earth's delicate balance through harmony, tolerance and peace.

Age Range: all ages except pre-K and K

Length: 50 minutes

View Clip #1 of Show! (2.0 MB) Watch Watch
View Clip #2 of Show! (1.2 MB) Watch Watch

A Teacher's Guide will be available for online download to teachers who bring classes to a show.

What People Say: "We were thrilled with the performance of The Earth & Me. It is so rare to find theater for children that is intelligent, thought-provoking and fun, while at the same time affordable. Thank you for your dedication to the arts." - P.S. 290, Manhattan

"...poses environmental solutions a child can embrace." - The New York Times

Children's Booksand Companion Audio Tapes/CDs: Purchase for your home or classroom the beautiful new book of The Earth & Me, and its companion audio of the complete soundtrack of the show. .

SBT on Tour: Bring this inspiring show to your venue to celebrate Earth Day as a mainstage production, or as a visit from the author, Sandra Robbins, which includes a special presentation on the making of the book, examples of the original artwork, and a reading of the story.