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Zenwing Puppets
‘The Story of Father Christmas’
(SoFC) Puppet Show

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A beautiful tale about a little boy found in the forest of Burzee. He is brought up by magical creatures to become Father Christmas. Based on a novel by L.F.Baum.

Running Time: 50 minutes
Age:
family show (recommended age 5+)
Theme: Father Christmas, Woodlands, Fairies, Magical
Maximum audience recommended = up to 100
Set: The set comprises tree and mountain
Puppets: Rod puppets; glove-puppets
(Cat, Fairies, Knooks, Ryls, Nymphs, Queen, Boy, Man, Deer)
Material: hand carved wood and textiles
Technical requirements: Get in: 3 hours Get out: 1 ½ hours
Playing area: approx Height 12ft, Depth 15 ft (4.5m) Width 18 ft (5.5m)
Lighting: If venue lighting and technician are available, we can provide lighting plan for ‘spotlight’ on performing puppets. Otherwise Zenwing provide lighting.
Sound: Company provide - pre-recorded audio for show Insurance: Equity / Your Insurance for workshops
Costs Fee per performance: Prices available upon request.
Available Dates: 1st to 24th December 2011

Other
Based on L.F.Baum (1902) ‘The life and adventures of Santa Claus’. (He also wrote ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’). Puppet face carvings inspired by inuit arts; also, thanks to Ken Barnard for his carving course.
This show has a revised script for 2010

Contact
Chris King or Karrie Marshall
Work Mobile: Chris: 07522 576 023 Karrie: 07716 111 585
E-mail: info@zenwingpuppets.com
Address: 4, Glaick Cottage, Ardross, Ross-shire, IV17 0XW
Home Telephone: 01349 880942 Year: 2010 continuing
zenwing puppets shows and workshops in theatres, community venues for children and adults. Puppetry in healthcare and education as well as for entertainment