 | | | Photos provided | | | | | | Based on Disney's Oscar-nominated film, "Mulan Jr." is a heartwarming celebration of culture, honor and the fighting spirit. In this story, it is up to the misfit Mulan and her mischievous dragon sidekick, Mushu, to save the Emperor from the Huns. Mulan defies the village matchmaker, taking up arms and disguising herself as a boy in order to spare her father from having to serve in the army. As the great battle with the Huns approaches, Mulan is forced to choose between revealing her true identity as a girl or saving all of China with her clever plan. With hit songs and a story packed with action, humor and heart, "Mulan Jr." brings ancient China to life with a modern sensibility.
This production of "Mulan Jr." is directed by music teacher Ron Pickett, with the assistance of parent producers Susan Jordan, June Lim and Melissa Matosian. There are two student casts, comprising approximately 65 students along with a student tech crew. The production is funded through parent contributions, Glorietta Parents Club, Orinda Arts Council and EFO.
"Mulan Jr." takes place at Glorietta Elementary School, 15 Martha Road, at 4 and 7 p.m. on Friday, May 12, and at 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday, May 13. Tickets for the Friday and Saturday performances (all reserved seating) will be available in advance online at www.showtix4u.com. Tickets may also be available at the door prior to the show.
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