MUMMENSCHANZ

Mesmerizing MUMMENSCHANZ back on S.A. stages in 2011 The extraordinary Swiss theatre troupe, Mummenschanz, who played to standing ovations in South Africa in 2008, returns for an extensive national tour from 22 February - 17 April 2011. Theatre patrons in PORT ELIZABETH can look forward to a spell of mesmerizing Mummenschanz magic from 29 March to 3 April. These masters of make-believe and illusion wow audiences and critics wherever they perform. By using everyday objects and materials, such as cardboard boxes, rolls of toilet paper, masking tape, refuse bags, etc., they create ingenious costumes and expressive masks that transform into fascinating and funny creatures. Their groundbreaking and quirky creations guarantee laughter as they slink, slide, bounce, wriggle and wobble about on stage, portraying everyday situations. Mummenschanz’s quirky humour and imaginative visual shows are appealing to audiences of all ages and cultures. With a track record of 35 years and performances in 60 countries, Mummenschanz offers perfect family entertainment. Once described by David Copperfield as “truly magical”, Mummenschanz offers a unique theatre experience for everyone. Mummenschanz will be performing at the the Port Elizabeth Opera House from 29 March to 3 April. Evening performances will be at 20h00. There will two matinees: Sat 2 April at 14h30 and Sun 3 April at 15h00. Bookings at Computicket. Bookings at Computicket. Ticket prices from R 149 to R 299. Half-price preview on 29 March. For more info: www.musesa.co.za or (0)72 133 0267 (o/h) WHAT THE CRITICS SAID ABOUT THEIR SA TOUR IN 2008: “...highly inventive, charming and an absolute pleasure – see it!” Christina Kennedy - Artslink.co.za “Simple and absolutely astonishing.” Laetitia Pople, Die Burger “Mummenschanz is a theatrical phenomenon not to be missed.” Brent Meersman, Mail and Guardian “I was engrossed. Mummenschanz is a feast…” Terri Dunbar-Curran, Cape Times “For a theatre experience like no other, do not – I repeat, DO NOT – miss this…” Christina Kennedy - Artslink.co.za