"Come along... join us!" as the Three Kings sing to Old Befana in our uplifting, lively musical story! Make Old Befana part of the fabric of your holiday season ... however you celebrate it!
Classic folklore
meets contemporary storytelling in "The Legend of Old Befana," a
traditional Italian story come to life in a musical celebration of the
holidays.
The narrative unfolds through song
and dialogue. The lilt of old world harp and the rhythm of contemporary guitar
invite audience members to step into the magical world of story and song–a
place where disappointments give way to new beginnings inspired by the birth of
a special child.
“Honestly, I just love the story and the message in it. It gives you
hope when you don’t feel you have any—and I never get tired of Lonnquist’s
music,” said director Candace Kreitlow.
Kreitlow toured the show for many years with writer and musician Ken
Lonnquist. The 1992 audio CD recording of the play features her instrumentation
and vocals. The musical debuted in Coos
County under Kreitlow's direction
in a 2011 production by the Bandon Playhouse. Corrie Gant and John
"Skeet" Gretzinger thrilled the audience with their depictions of Old
Befana and the fishmonger. The two will reprise their roles for the 2013
Coquille production.
Meet Befana. By day, she sweeps dust
and would-be callers off her doorstep with a swish of her broom. But she keeps
her neighbors guessing. Each evening, villagers are drawn to Befana's little
house by the scent of freshly baked sweets. Venturing closer, they hear the
strains of a gentle lullaby. Could that be Befana singing?
Area music and theater fans will
recognize bassist Jerene Shaffer and mandolin player Bryan Ibach. Sawdusters
actress Kitty Gray appears as the basket maker, with Tomas Fisher as the
produce seller. Brodie Blair, Dakota Blair, Sammi Huffman, and Nia Hunsaker complete
the village chorus.
The historic Sawdust Theatre
presents traditional melodrama throughout the summer. Holiday
audiences will be treated to preshow performances by Coquille talent, Kristel’s
dancers from C.R.E.A.T.E and several
Sawdusters/Olio cast members. Advance tickets at Bree's Upscale Resale, 71
E 1st Street , Coquille; or call the Sawdust box
office for will-call.
The
Legend of Old Befana
December
6, 7, 8; 13, 14, 15
7 PM Friday and Saturday;
2 PM Sunday
Tickets $10
adults, $5 students
541-396-4563
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