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GEORGE NEWS AND VIDEO - The creatures wanted to be the strongest in the jungle, so they tried everything in their power to destroy the Book Tree. But the fairies fought back and kept them at bay, protecting the precious tree. Eventually the wisdom found inside the fruits of the tree changed the hearts of the creatures. They started liking and appreciating books and eventually stopped their plan of destroying the Book Tree.
This is the storyline of a gripping and imaginative play performed at the George Arts Theatre for school children last week.
Written and directed by Carina Beukes, The Book Tree was performed by Asijike Arts Team, a group of arts enthusiasts who aim to introduce children to the theatre. The play was inspired by Asijike Arts' Book Tree project, which was launched in September. The project promotes the value of books and the importance of reading to children. Throughout the play, the kids were kept mesmerised as fairies and creatures fought over the Book Tree.
According to Lauretta Nakana of Asijike Arts, the play is one of their efforts to encourage kids, through performing arts, to read more.
Watch a video below.
The fairies fought bravely to protect the Book Tree against the creatures.
Nakana said the project needs support and funding to keep it running.
"We look to the George public and large companies to partner with Asijike Arts and ensure we continue to bring theatre to children and bring children to the theatre," she said.
Nakana said the project needs support and funding to keep it running.
Holy Cross Primary School learners enjoy the Book Tree play. Photos: Zolani Sinxo.
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