The Cashore Marionettes March 20, 2010

The internationally acclaimed Cashore Marionettes are unmatched in artistry, grace, and refinement of movement. In Simple Gifts, a series of poignant vignettes from everyday life is set to the music of Vivaldi, Strauss, Beethoven, and Copland. Through virtuoso manipulation and theatrical illusion, amazingly realistic marionette characters explore what it is to be human, making for a compelling and unforgettable theatrical experience. Suggested ages: Grade 2adult Approximately. 6070 minutes Performance PLUS: The Making of a Marionette: demonstration by Joseph and Wilma Cashore.