Mirette a musical
February 22-24, 29, March 1-2, 2008

Directed by Becky Fox & Stephanie Naumoff
Choreographed by Katie Solina

Set in 1890s Paris, Mirette tells of the most unusual friendship between a strong-willed ten year-old girl and a jaded tightrope walker.  Young Mirette is delighted when she discovers her mother's grumpy new boarder is none other than the Great Bellini, whose glorious tightrope-walking days were cut short when he lost his nerve.  Demonstrating an innate talent for balancing, she convinces the reluctant Bellini - against her mother's wishes - to teach her his craft.  But when Bellini, determined not to disappoint the girl, stages a comeback performance only to find himself paralyzed with fear, it is Mirette who must climb the wire and help him regain his courage.

For more information on the story and to hear clips of the music, visit
http://www.mtishows.com/show_home.asp?ID=000209

CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS:
Madame Gateau - The proprietor of a small hotel in Paris that caters to Music Hall "Artistes", 30s-40s.
Mirette - Madame's daughter, independent and a dreamer, 10 years old.
Bellini - A dark, brooding man with a mysterious past, 30s-60s.
Tabac - A juggler and jack-of-all-trades, desperately poor, boarder at Mme. Gateau's Hotel, 20s-30s.
Madame Rouspenskaya - A Russian singer with a "grand" manner, has been on the scene for years, boarder at Mme. Gateau's Hotel, 40s-60s.
Clouk & Claire - Acrobatic couple who know each other's every thought and gesture, boarders at Mme. Gateau's Hotel, 20s-40s.
Gaby - A beautiful young dancer-mime, boarder at Mme. Gateau's Hotel, 20s.
Camembert - A sad clown, with years of experience, boarder at Mme. Gateau's Hotel, 30s-50s.
Max - A Promoter of talent, 30s-50s.

 

Friday, February 22, 8pm
Saturday, February 23, 8pm
Sunday, February 24, 3pm
Friday, February 29, 8pm
Saturday, March 1, 8pm
Sunday, March 2, 3pm

Tickets $12 adult, $10 student/senior

Box Office (219) 805-4255
CROWN POINT COMMUNITY THEATRE