EMU TYA TOUR SHOWS

The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane Fall 2022 Tour - Photo Credit: Randy Mascharka

EMU TYA TOUR THE GIRL WHO SWALLOWED A CACTUS

THE GIRL WHO SWALLOWED A CACTUS

Written by Eric Coble & Directed by Olivia Allen

Play Synopsis

School is out for the summer, the weather is hot and the boredom is heavy. But 8-year-old Sheila and her pack of pals aren’t going to let the summer heat wear them down. When their fantastical junkyard fort draws the attention of a walking, talking, surprisingly well-dressed coyote, the adventurers suddenly find themselves deep in the desert, facing The Council of Howls, The Sting Brigade, The Death Cactus and much more. It's a whirlwind adventure about how we affect the environment and the animals with whom we share the planet, and how we take on the mission of saving the world from ourselves. A unique twist on traditional storytelling, where a bit of moonlight brings a menagerie of found objects to life, this original play shows the power of memory and imagination and will captivate and inspire audiences of all ages.

EMU TYA TOUR Midsummer Nights Dream

HIGHLIGHTS MIDSUMMER TOUR 2024

PHOTOS CREDITS: RANDY MASCHARKA

William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a whimsical romantic comedy that interweaves themes of love, magic, and mischief. The play unfolds in and around an enchanted forest, where four young lovers flee the constraints of Athenian society, only to become entangled in a web of misunderstandings and magical interference. Meanwhile, a troupe of amateur actors rehearses a hilariously disastrous play, and the quarrelsome fairy king and queen, Oberon and Titania, manipulate the mortal and supernatural worlds with the help of the mischievous Puck. Chaos ensues as love potions cause mistaken affections, and human and fairy worlds collide in humorous and heartfelt ways. Ultimately, harmony is restored, and the characters find their way back to love and laughter, celebrating the triumph of imagination and reconciliation.

EMU TOUR SCHEDULE 2024-2025

EMU TYA TOUR Ronnie And Scales

PLAY SYNOPSIS

Participants will meet Ronnie, who has invited them over to her backyard to swim in her big, blue pool. Along with her pet fish, Scales, and stuffed octopus, Octet, Ronnie enlists the help of the audience to prepare to go swimming. Right when she’s ready, Grandma informs her that it’s much too cold to swim— it’s autumn! Encouraged to use her imagination instead, Ronnie and Scales lead the participants on an exploration of the ocean, an island full of giant desserts, and the ways that imagination can make an ordinary day magical.

Mini Preview of Ronnie & Scales

RSMT Educator Packet and Social Story.pdf

Mini Preview of Ronnie & Scales

Welcome Song.MOV

Never Ever.MOV

Ronnie and Scales’ Magnificent Tale is a work of sensory theater. There are a lot of similarities to the theatrical productions you might be familiar with! We have a linear storyline, the production features a set, props, and costumes, and we have original musical numbers. However, Ronnie and Scales features many opportunities for students to explore the set, interact with the actors, and become fully immersed in the adventure.

The story was written through a devised process, meaning it was created with the director and ensemble in the rehearsal room. Through this process, Ronnie and Scales is specifically tailored to neurodivergent individuals and people with special needs— communities that were in mind throughout every step of creation!

EMU TYA TOUR Hare & Tortoise

Hare and Tortoise Tour Photos 2023

Hare and Tortoise ~

Meet two competing friends in this fantastic adaptation of Aesop’s fable. Hare and Tortoise is a story about racing, opposites, time and friendship. From sun-shining spring to snow-falling winter, this much loved story is brimming with ideas, characters, live music and wonderful physicality. The Hare and Tortoise in the greatest race on earth with a nail biting, seconds ticking, medal winning end…

Hare and Tortoise Study Guide

Fall 23 Hare and Tortoise Educator PacketSocial Story.pdf

EMU TYA TOUR The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane

Edward Tulane is an expensive toy rabbit made of china. He is loved by a little girl named Abilene, but Edward doesn’t care. He is vain and self-centered. He has no interest in anyone other than himself. On an ocean voyage, Edward is accidentally thrown overboard and sinks to the bottom of the sea. So begins his journey—a journey over which he has no control, for he is a toy rabbit. He can neither move nor speak. As years pass by, Edward meets many different people in many different situations: an older grieving couple who find comfort in Edward’s presence, a hobo and his dog who introduce Edward to a whole community of homeless wanderers, a farmer in need of a scarecrow, a sad little boy and his very ill sister, and finally a doll mender and an old doll who teach Edward an invaluable lesson. Through this miraculous journey, Edward learns what it is to love, what it is to lose that love, and how to find the courage to love again. Based on Kate DiCamillo’s beautiful novel of the same name, the play is a theatrical tour de force for a small ensemble of actors and musicians. ~ Source Dramatic Publishing

The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane - Fall 2022 Tour - Photo Credits: Randy Mascharka

Edward Tulane Study Guide F2022.pdf

EMU TYA TOUR Snowy Days & Other Stories

Experience the enchantment and exuberance of childhood in "The Snowy Day and Other Stories" by Ezra Jack Keats, a heartwarming musical celebration of the magic found in the first snowfall of the year. Join Peter and his friends as they revel in the joys of snowball fights, making snow angels, and embracing the limitless possibilities of each day. Adapted for the stage by Jerome Hairston, this uplifting production captures the essence of childhood wonder and the journey of growing up, blending humor, innovation, and live action with the beloved characters from Keats' Caldecott Award-winning book. From the simple pleasures of whistling for the first time to the discovery of special treasures, this imaginative ode to childhood cherishes the beauty of small moments and the joy they bring to a child's world.

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