It can be hard to make friends. Especially if you have tentacles. Journey to Antarctica with a curious squid who seeks connection in the most unlikely of places. Penguins, orcas, and jellyfish abound in an icy landscape for this heartwarming tale of friendship. Beautifully handcrafted puppets, an original score by Ned Haskins, and a good dose of silliness combine to create a comedic, wordless performance that celebrates the ability to create connections, despite our differences.

Connections to the Classroom: Storytelling; Puppetry (hand, rod, & shadow puppets); Social-emotional Learning; Theater/Performing Arts

About the Artist:
Barefoot Puppet Theatre has been building and performing original works since 1997 when founder and director, Heidi Rugg, began building puppet shows from the basement of her home in Richmond, Virginia. The company has since grown significantly and now tours nationally, while continuing to create new works for young audiences and their families. The mission of Barefoot Puppets is simple: to activate imaginations through the power of puppetry! To learn more, visit them online at: barefootpuppets.com.

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This presentation is made possible by a generous grant from the Nora Roberts Foundation.

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Learning Guide

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