NCT presents Aesop’s Fables

The first main production at the National Children’s Theatre for 2020 is a fresh version of timeless Aesop’s Fables devised by the cast and directed by Ryan Dittmann from March 11.

In this production, Aesop takes audiences on a trip through some of his most well-loved stories: The Fox and the Grapes (known for the origin of the idiom “sour grapes”); The Tortoise and the Hare in a hare-raising adventure of Olympic proportions where the racers undertake one of the most famous contests of all time.

Two other favourite stories are the contest of the North Wind and the Sun, and The Boy Who Cried Wolf, and then there’s also The Lion and the Mouse and The Ant and the Grasshopper.

The fables were originally handed down from person-to-person, both for entertainment purposes and as a means of relaying or teaching a moral or lesson.

This NCT offering expands on the educational side through the magical storytelling abilities of four professional actors who demonstrate that the theatre is a great place to see cautionary tales unfold in an interesting and memorable way.

Brimming with audience participation and character education, the production provides a fresh, warm and fun learning experience.

The versatile cast transports children – and adults – into a fantasy world where humans can learn from the antics of animals. This is a celebration of young and old, ancient and new – a tribute to how fresh, bold and vibrant the classics remain today.

The fables spark conversations about morals, storytelling, and discussions about right and wrong in a risk-free way.

The talented cast includes Lillian Tshabalala, Ntsika Benya, Refilwe Mokgotlhoa and Daniela Caprin.

Aesop’s Fables will take to the stage until April 26.

Phone Claudy or Cindy on 011 484 1584/5.