The Orphan Singer (Lehman College – Bronx)

A child prodigy learns that her musical talent alone is not enough. She discovers that tenacity, perseverance and the support and sacrifices of others propel us toward our greatest potential and realizing our dreams. The Orphan Singer is a visually beautiful, exciting, one-hour production, introducing family audiences to the music of Vivaldi and the splendor of Venice during the Baroque period! A cast of four gifted actor/singers include: Alissa Hunnicutt, Anne Ricci, Scott Reiburn and Michael Gabriel Goodfriend. An onstage chamber ensemble bring the acclaimed story to life.

Making Books Sing is a prominent, not-for-profit New York-based theatre and arts education organization. Its productions tour to four boroughs. Daytime performances at 10:30 am are open to the general public as well as school groups. Weekend performances are highlighted by special Guest Readers of the book one-half hour before the production. (For the January 28 2 pm show, there is a free reading of book by Emily Arnold McCully at 1:30 pm.)

Group Sales Number (15+): 212-573-8791, x245

Appropriate For Ages: 4 and up