The Jungle Book

Book Adaptation and additional lyrics: Marcy Heisler

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Music & Lyrics: Richard M. Sherman, Robert B. Sherman & Terry Gilkyson

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Direction: Fred Abrahamse

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Musical Direction & Choreography: Marcel Meyer

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Set Design: Fred Abrahamse

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Costume Design: Marcel Meyer

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Lighting Design: JP Wilson

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Puppet Construction & Co-ordination: Hillette Stapelberg

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Cast:  Ian van der Heyden, Richard Lothian, Anelisa Phewa, Rory Acton-Burnell, Riana Alfreds, Ignatius van Heerden, Roxanne Gabriels, Marie Midcalf, Andrew Lightley, Larissa Hughes

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Venue: Canal Walk Theatre

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Dates:   10 June – 10 July 2010

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About: A stage adaptation of the classic Disney animated film which in turn was based on Rudyard Kipling’s classic novel. Featuring the beloved Sherman brother’s songs like ‘The Bare Necessities’ and ‘I Wanna Be like You’

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What the Press Said:

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“Within five minutes the spectacular costumes, set and performances transport you. This production marks Canal Walk Theatre’s 10th anniversary and Fred Abrahamse, and his crew should be proud. It’s nice to see children’s theatre blessed with a healthy budget. It is clear that a bit of money went into the design and execution of the production. Kids ooh and ah when the elephants trundle onstage and when Mowgli swings high above the crowd.” THE CAPE ARGUS