Figures of Speech Theatre brings their unique and critically acclaimed brand of Puppetry to the Plymouth Center for the Arts in Cupid and Psyche
Plymouth Guild is proud to present “Cupid & Psyche” – a modern adaptation of a 2000 year old myth told with actors, puppets, dance and good humor performed by Figures of Speech Theatre. Since it won the coveted UNIMA Citation of Excellence, the highest award in American puppet theater, “Cupid and Psyche” has appeared in theaters, festivals and schools from Maine to California, including two extended runs at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington DC.
Figures of Speech Theatre is a world-class performing group based in Freeport, Maine and has toured from Tokyo to Europe to Broadway with performances featuring actors and puppets. They approach “Cupid and Psyche” with both respect and playful irreverence. The result is an entertaining collage of romance, drama, and outrageous humor. Intricately carved three-foot tall puppets portray Psyche and Cupid, while the dynamic roles of Venus and Zeus are played by actors Carol and John Farrell.
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Performances will take place at Plymouth Center for the Arts, 11 North St., Plymouth. There will be a matinee Oct.22 at 2 PM, an evening performance Oct. 22 at 7 PM. On Sunday, Oct. 23, at noon, there will be a hands-on workshop for those interested in learning about puppetry.
Tickets for “Cupid and Psyche” are $10 and can be purchased at the Plymouth Center for the Arts, 11 North St. Seating is limited.
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Cupid and Psyche celebrates the human spirit in the best kind of tale: a love story with a happy ending. In the end, Love is triumphant and Happiness is eternal. “Cupid and Psyche” delights audiences of all ages. Not to be missed!
This program is funded in part by New England Foundation for the Arts, Plymouth Cultural Council, Rotary Club of Plymouth, Inc., Senator Therese Murray, and Eastern Bank.
The Plymouth Center for the Arts, at 11 North St., is open six days a week from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 4. Gallery admission is free, with fees for some special events. Parking is available on the street and in the public lot across from the Center. Call 508-746-7222 or go to www.plymouthguild.org for more information.
