The Carp Who Would Not Quit and Other Animal Stories

by Reiko Ho and The HTY Ensemble

date. May 2022

for. Honolulu Theatre for Youth

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Playwright/Director – Reiko Ho

Scenic and Costume Designer – Iris Kim

Puppet Designer - Eric West

Lighting Designer - Chesley Cannon

Prop Designer - Sarah Danvers

Music- Matt Mazzella

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THE ENSEMBLE

Serina Dunham

Matt Mazzella

Hermenigildo Tesoro, Jr.

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Commissioned by Honolulu Theatre for Youth. 

These retellings of traditional fables and folktales from Japan and Okinawa teach important lessons of persistence, respect and kindness. 

 

Japanese and Okinawan music, language and culture are the heart of this performance featuring clever animals, puppetry, live songs, Koto and Taiko instruments, and a whole lot of fun for young audience members and their families.

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This play will tour nationally during 2023-24 season.

for more information on touring, contact: Holden& Arts and 

https://www.holdenarts.org/carpwhowouldnotquit

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photo credit: Chesley Cannon