The National Children’s Theatre proudly presents Noko goes to School as part of its latest production
Noko goes to School is the second in the series by Eleni Theodorou
National Children’s Theatre proudly presents Noko goes to School, a chapter in the series The Adventures of Noko the Porcupine and his friends from July 16 to August 6.
The theatre’s CEO, Moira Katz said, “We’re thrilled to be producing a play by a South African with a message that is so vital for all our youngsters – that we are indeed all different, but how interesting it is to be different. We need to promote the beauty of diversity and celebrate and respect our differences.”
This new tale, set in the heart of the South African bushveld, compassionately sparks curiosity around the deep value of cultural diversity and inclusivity, encouraging children to explore what makes us different, yet so special and so able to interact and be friends.
Katz added that the story opens with baby animals attending their first day at night school, held in the trunk of a big tree.
“We recognise Noko the porcupine, Mmabudu the hyena, Kolobe the warthog, Nkwe the leopard, Inhoka the snake, Tarentaal the guinea fowl. They’re having a singing lesson and the teacher is having a hard time getting them to sing in tune. She is thrilled when the bell rings, announcing lunch time.”
The author, Eleni Theodorou, holds a master’s degree, and has worked with children and their parents in different parts of Africa, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
The 50-minute production will be shown from July 16 to August 6, from 09:30 and 11:30 on Saturdays and 10:30 and 14:30 on Sundays.
Locals are encouraged to book their tickets at Quicket https://www.quicket.co.za/events/208291-noko-goes-to-school/
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