Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia adds to its acclaimed repertory of outstanding children’s stage productions with an innovative double-bill adaptation of Margaret Wise Brown and Clement Hurd’s beloved bedtime classics, "Goodnight Moon" and "The Runaway Bunny." Presented as part of The Smith’s 2008/09 "ArtSmart Theatre for Young People Series," this innovative puppet company returns to Geneva following the international success of its 2007 tour of "Leo Lionni’s Swimmy, Frederick, and Inch By Inch."

"Goodnight Moon" is a celebration of familiar nighttime rituals, while "The Runaway Bunny’s" pretend tale of leaving home evokes reassuring responses from his loving mum. Both tales feature endearing rabbit characters, while the soothing rhythms of bunny banter and dream-like imagery never fail to infuse young readers with a reassuring sense of security and peace. Mermaid Theatre’s live performance of whimsical puppetry bring a new sense of appreciation to stories that have delighted several generations.

This hour-long show is open to all school audiences and the general public. The play is intended for children ages three and up.

This performance is the next in The Smith’s 2008/09 "ArtSmart Theatre for Young People Series." Remaining shows in the series are: 

"Stellaluna" (Kids Entertainment) on April 8; and "From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler" (ArtsPower) on May 11.

Funding for this production was made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts, the Lyons National Bank, and the Delavan Foundation.