Mermaid Theater Brings 'Goodnight Moon' and 'Runaway Bunny' To Roswell

From the City of Roswell:

ROSWELL, GA – The Roswell Cultural Arts Center will present an enchanting adaptation of two of the most beloved children’s books of all time – Goodnight Moon & The Runaway Bunny – in a special performance by the Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia on October 13.

The Mermaid Theatre is an internationally acclaimed company that combines innovative puppetry, striking scenic effects, and original music to provide young audiences with an effortless introduction to the performing arts and the excitement of reading. These performances of Goodnight Moon and The Runaway Bunny are the cornerstone of Roswell Cultural Art Center’s new Roswell Family Series. The Family Series makes it possible to introduce the community of Roswell to esteemed artists from all over the world and engage children and families with new and thrilling performance disciplines.

“We are honored to bring the celebrated Mermaid Theatre to Roswell,” said Center Coordinator Donna Clayton. “My own children loved these two books by Margaret Wise Brown when they were younger, and I can’t wait to see the characters come to life on stage.”

Hailed by the Winnipeg Free Press as “everything family theatre should be” and an “entrancingly beautiful, masterfully designed production,” Mermaid Theatre will perform at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on October 13.

Individual tickets are $12 for ages 2 and up and can be purchased at roswellcac.com, by calling 770-594-6232, or in-person at the box office. Group rates are also available.

The final Roswell Family Series performances will feature Lightwire Theater’s The Ugly Duckling and The Tortoise & the Hare on May 6, 2017. The internationally recognized Lightwire will perform a stunning interpretation of two classic fairy tales using innovative choreography, glow-in-the-dark puppets and dazzling visual effects. Hans Christian Andersen's The Ugly Duckling is a wonderful story celebrating differences and transformation, while Aesop's The Tortoise and the Hare reminds audiences of the old adage, "Slow and steady wins the race." This groundbreaking troupe of performers breathes new life into these classic children’s tales. Shows take place at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

The Roswell Family Series is sponsored by Publix Super Markets Charities, The Current Hub, The Mimms Company, Appen Media and Rubicon Studios.

The Roswell Cultural Arts Center is located at 950 Forrest Street in Roswell, Georgia 30075, roswellcac.com or 770-594-6232.

Image via the City of Roswell.