ARTWALK 2009 Activities for children on Saturday, May 9, 2009

"The Firebird"

A Puppet Show by the Puppet People of Schenectady, N.Y.

Saturday, May 9 at 11:00am at Mitchell Library, 37 Harrison Street in Westville

Inspired by the Russian folktale and popular ballet f The Firebird, watch as even the impossible is possible, as the mythical firebird comes to life and Ivan and Princess Yelena team up to break the enchantment placed over their kingdom. This 50 minute magical puppet fantasy features beautifully handcrafted marionnettes, lavish costumes, vivid sets and a large body puppet; masterly accompanied by Stravinsky's musical score from the ballet of the Firebird.

Husband and wife team, Mark Carrigan and Michelle Smith-Carrigan have been entertaining people for over 20 years. The Puppet People are members of the Pupeteers of America. The Puppet People hand-craft all their own puppets, scenery and write their own scripts.