| Title |
The Paper Washi Wish |
| Information |
A Thousand Cranes present a Work in Progress that explores paper and the art of papermaking – a traditional Japanese artform, combined with simple but effective traditional paper theatre – Kamishibai.
This vibrant, physical theatre piece blends words, images, ideas, and
characters to reveal a story which is retold in the form of Kamishibai. It's
an opportunity to explore how far we can involve young children as an
audience in the process of papermaking.
A Thousand Cranes create visual and innovative theatre inspired by stories
from Japan and Europe.
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| Artform |
Theatre and Drama |
| Strand |
Work in Progress |
| Key Personnel |
Kumiko Mendl: Performer
Sachi Kimura (tbc): Performer
Vicky Ireland: Director
Julian Butler: Composer
Mamoru Irguchi: Designer
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| Production Information |
Suitable for ages 3 - 5
Light use of text
Does not require understanding of English
Uses recorded music
Not currently available with BSL interpretation, audio description or
captioning
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| Touring Information |
No. of performers: 2
No. of people on tour: 3
Suitable for studio or small theatre space
Suitable for rural touring
Available for touring from 2010
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| Outreach and Educational Work |
There is a papermaking element within the performance where the children are taught to make something with a small piece of recycled paper to take home.
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| Company History |
A Thousand Cranes was set up in 2006 to celebrate with UK audiences,
particularly young audiences, the extraordinary and fascinating stories and
traditions of Japan.
The two key artistic personnel of A Thousand Cranes are the renowned
children’s director Vicky Ireland MBE, who has worked in the field of
children’s theatre for the last 40 years, and performer Kumiko Mendl, who
has been performing, teaching and devising for the last 20 years.
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| Recent Productions / Tours |
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| Reviews |
"What a fantastic show!..the show appealed to all ages. The children were spell-bound - we have had loads of wonderful comments from all classes!..Teachers, nursery nurses and teaching assistants felt they had been given an enormous treat. The place is buzzing with ideas to extend the storytelling and role play opportunities in classrooms..I am sure the show will be well received wherever you take it"
'''Headteacher, Brunswick Park'''
'''Primary & Nursery School, North London'''
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