This performance was originally scheduled to perform at Westbrook Performing Arts Center and has been moved to Merrill Auditorium. The original date and time of Monday, October 30 at 10 AM has not changed. Ticket holders have been notified of the change, and all tickets to the original date have been automatically transferred to the new performance date.
"'Parr’s work is refreshing, bright, and joyful with simple thoughts that make profound statements."
Produced & performed by Mermaid Theatre of Novia Scotia.
Adapted from three books by Todd Parr, this colorful production encourages everyone to embrace what makes them unique. With his signature blend of playfulness and sensitivity, Todd Parr explores important and timely subjects. It’s Okay to Be Different cleverly delivers the important messages of acceptance, understanding, and self-confidence. Equally whimsical and heartfelt, The Earth Book, is a sweet homage to our beautiful planet inspiring readers of all ages to do their part to keep the Earth happy and healthy. This is My Hair is a funny exploration of how silly hair can be and that no matter how your hair looks, always feel good about yourself. This production features Mermaid Theatre’s signature innovative approach to puppetry manipulation and construction, as well as a diverse cast and playful, original music.
Production Credits:
Author / Illustrator – Todd Parr
Director / Production Designer – Jim Morrow
Composer – Asif Illyas
Sound Producer – Shehab Illyas
Narrator (The Earth Book) – Rebecca Thomas
Narrators (It’s Okay To Be Different) – Students from Armbrae Academy: Laura Britton, Nicholas Wang, Lachlan MacSween, Lydia Muchangi, Milena Tucker, Anik Jeyakumar
Project Manager – Struan Robertson
Associate Designers – Deborah MacLean & Rosie Browning
Scenic Painter – Lisa Bedard
BOX OFFICE
$10 / TICKET
Registration closes two weeks before the performance.
RUN TIME
60 minutes
ACCESSIBILITY
This performance will be ASL interpreted. Wheelchair Accessible seating available at venue. Read more about accessibility at Merrill Auditorium.
WORKSHOPS
Pre and post-performance workshops are available. Please email offstage@portlandovations.org for more information.
EDUCATOR GUIDE
Stay tuned, and Educator Guide for this performance will be available before the performance. View our gallery of previous Educator Guides.
