Get Stuffed!

Zach enters his school cafeteria hungry, but quickly finds out that today is not just another day at school.
Get Stuffed is a comic opera about serious decisions. The production features vocalizing vegetables along with a big helping of other opinionated edible characters, all competing to influence Zach’s daily diet. A new Canadian opera for young audiences, Get Stuffed is co-produced by Tapestry and Words in Motion, and has been developed in association with The Canadian Diabetes Association. After preview performances in the GTA in fall 2008, the opera will tour Ontario beginning spring 2009. This new work focuses on encouraging youth to make wholesome dietary choices. Written for 5 singing actors and 2 musicians, Get Stuffed is intended for family audiences and touring to schools. Set in the school cafeteria, Get Stuffed promotes environmentally-friendly, healthy food choices inspired by the Canada Food Guide, with special prominence for fruits and vegetables grown in Ontario. The dramatic conflict revolves around the daily dilemma: What shall I eat today? With a libretto that includes foods representative of Canada’s ethnic diversity this opera will be a feast for young ears, eyes, minds.
Spring Tour
April 19 to May 9, 2009 GTA & South Western Ontario
Recommended for Grades: 1-6 Audience Maximum: 250 (within a standard gymnasium)
Technical Requirements: Large open area or stage (minimum 20' x 30') Access to A/C power for electric piano and bass guitar.
For more information about Get Stuffed or to book a performance at your school please contact Amber Ebert, Outreach & Education Manager, Tapestry 416.537.6066 x224 or education@tapestrynewopera.com

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