Α 21st century version of Hans Christian Andersen’s tale about a tiny girl in a big world. In an interactive experience for young English learners aged 4–8, the play combines fun, humour, images and music, to help children learn important concepts and language related to the seasons, the natural world, and the ways we can protect the environment. Thumbelina and Her Animal Friends communicates an important message for our young audiences: Little hands, big help!

Performance description:
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Ages: years old
• English Level: Α1, A2
• Flexible space requirements: anything from a school classroom or hall to a large theatrical stage

Creative Team:
• Script: Mark Mullender, Elli Katsinavaki
• Direction: Elli Katsinavaki
• Actors: Stefanos Achilleos, Veroniki Kyriakopoulou
• Original music: Gary Salomon,
Lyrics: Mark Mullender and Elli Katsinavaki
• Scenography and costumes: Dimitris Kakridas
• ΔComplimentary pack of exercises and activities: Mark Mullender, Elli Katsinavaki
• Artistic Direction: Elli Katsinavaki

The well-known story by Hans Christian Andersen–about an immature, selfish and vain ruler–is given a modern makeover and set in the contemporary world of fashion, technology, computer science and social media. An ingenious trick brings our Emperor face to face with his insecure self and shows us royalty…in all its naked glory! In this version, our Emperor stumbles about in confusion on the catwalk until he learns his lesson and stands steadily on his own two feet. His kind heart emerges, and he is transformed into a capable leader. With its exuberant humour, unique style, and edifying moral message, this novel modern retelling of the Hans Christian Andersen tale was extremely well received by students and teachers during the 2017-18 academic year. This year the show will continue to entertain and educate more young English language learners around Greece, spreading the all-important and timely message: Be genuine. Just be yourself!

Performance description:
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Ages: 9 – 14 years old
• Eglish Level: Α2, Β1, Β2
• Flexible space requirments: anything from a school classroom or hall to a large theatrical stage

Creative Team:
• Script: Mark Mullender, Elli Katsinavaki
• Direction: Elli Katsinavaki
• Actors: Veroniki Kyriakopoulou, Stefanos Achilleos, Yiannis Askaroglou / Jay King
• Original song "Just Be Yourself": Music: Stavros Tsoumanis, Lyrics: Mark Mullender and Elli Katsinavaki
• Scenography and costumes: Maria Siaviki, Elli Katsinavaki
• Choreography: Theodore Mantazelis • Complimentary pack of exercises and activities: Mark Mullender, Elli Katsinavaki • Artistic Direction: Elli Katsinavaki

Everyone has heard the story of Sleeping Beauty. This fairy tale has its roots in the 16th century, and there have been many different versions. Our version, 'Sleeping Beauty - Expect the Unexpected', focuses on the unpredictability of life and the way that life is full of ups and downs. When life suddenly takes a turn for the worse, we don't give up. With a sense of humour and a level head, and with patience and persistence, we get through it. And when everything seems to be going wrong and there's no hope in sight, an undreamt of solution can arise, right where we least expected . Because, as our friends will learn, in the most fun and unforgettable way... you never know!

PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Ages: 9 – 14 years old
• English Level: Β1, Β2
• Flexible space requirements: anything from a school classroom or hall to a large theatrical stage

CREATIVE TEAM
• Script: Mark Mullender, Elli Katsinavaki
• Direction: Elli Katsinavaki
• Actors: Jay King, Veroniki Kyriakopoulou, Stefanos Achilleos
• Original music: Gary Salomon
Lyrics: Mark Mullender
• Scenography and costumes: Dimitris Kakridas
• Complimentary pack of exercises and activities: Mark Mullender, Elli Katsinavaki
• Artistic Direction: Elli Katsinavaki