A VERY ELECTRIC CHRISTMAS
This electrified tale from Lightwire Theater (Tortoise and Hare in 2022) follows the journey of a young bird named Max and his family as they embark on their migration south for the winter. When a gust of wind blows Max off course, he finds himself in a wondrous and unfamiliar world at the North Pole. Follow Max's adventures as he encounters dancing toy soldiers, caroling worms, and performing poinsettias, all while trying to find his way back to his family. A soundtrack of timeless holiday hits from Nat King Cole, Mariah Carey, and Tchaikovsky, accompanies this magical and captivating tale of family, friendship, and hope.
Monday, December 9, 2024 at 10AM and 12PM
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 10AM and 12PM
Show run time: 60 minutes
Lightwire Theater is a unique entertainment experience that utilizes light, technology, and music to tell captivating stories. Our shows are designed to bring audiences of all ages into a fantastical world of imagination.
Lightwire Theater has been featured as a semi-finalist on NBC’s America’s Got Talent and winner of Tru TV’s Fake Off. The group combines theater and technology to bring stories to life in complete darkness and is internationally recognized for its signature brand of electroluminescent artistry. Learn more at lightwiretheater.com
WHAT TO EXPECT
This performance is approximately 60 minutes long.
There are eight performers that will operate electroluminescent puppets used to tell the story. These puppets contain electric wire that glows in the dark, so the audience will see the puppets while the performers stay hidden. The performers do not speak, but will introduce themselves after the performance.
There is very little spoken word used in the performance. Music underscoring is used throughout the show. Sometimes the music is loud and energetic, other times it is soft and quiet.
Projections are occasionally used to enhance the scenery and tell the story.
This show includes strobes, flashing lights, and is performed in a darkened theatre so that the audience can see the glowing puppets. Some lighting effects may be disruptive to people with photosensitivity.
This production contains mild allusions to violence, including a scene in which candy canes are used to mimic guns.
Please bring any tools that will help make the experience comfortable for you! Some suggestions are: noise-canceling headphones, sunglasses or visors, fidgets, and communication devices.
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