{"id":16122,"date":"2023-06-25T14:00:44","date_gmt":"2023-06-25T12:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/joburg-north\/?p=16122"},"modified":"2023-06-23T12:38:54","modified_gmt":"2023-06-23T10:38:54","slug":"entertainment-with-a-beautiful-message-at-national-childrens-theatre","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/joburg-north\/blog\/2023\/06\/25\/entertainment-with-a-beautiful-message-at-national-childrens-theatre\/","title":{"rendered":"Entertainment with a beautiful message at National Children\u2019s Theatre"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>Noko Goes To School<\/em>, a unique, African-themed children\u2019s musical by National Children\u2019s Theatre (NCT), teaches the value of cultural diversity and inclusivity in a fun adaptation that premieres at the NCT Outdoor Imagination Theatre.<\/p>\n<p>Directed by exciting young director Dale Scheepers, the play is adapted from the book by South African children\u2019s author Eleni Theodorou and carries a compassionate anti-bullying message that teaches respect for our many differences.<\/p>\n<p>The play is adapted for the children\u2019s stage by outgoing NCT CEO Moira Katz, from the Noko the Knight series of children\u2019s books.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019ve managed to translate Eleni\u2019s lovely story for the stage in a musically captivating, interactive way, showing kids that, while we are all different, we are also each special and deserving of love and respect,\u201d says Scheepers. \u201cI\u2019m confident that these lessons will stay with them, thanks to our relatable characters, and the thrill-a-minute production.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The story sees a group of young animals at bush school, coming to understand their differences in a loving, gentle way. It takes an empathetic, teaching approach to the clumsy things all of us might unconsciously say or do, but which can be hurtful to others.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe have cast an amazing group of actors, who really bring these animals to life for the children, and the outdoor stage is the perfect setting,\u201d says Scheepers. \u201cFamilies and school groups can bring blankets and picnic baskets and join in the fun.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Choreographer Khaya Ndlovu has given the show an active, dynamic feel that is also sure to draw young audiences into the story. Vibrant set and costume design by Sarah Roberts combines with the outdoor setting to bright visual effect.<\/p>\n<p>National Children\u2019s Theatre CEO Vicky Friedman says the new play is another fun example of how children\u2019s theatre can be entertained, while teaching invaluable social skills.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re so proud to be able to tell this entertaining children\u2019s story, with such a beautiful message,\u201d she says. \u201cIt teaches children mutual respect, as well as coping skills for particular situations, while they have fun.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Director Scheepers cut his teeth as a young actor at NCT, appearing in <em>Freckle-face Strawberry The Musical<\/em> in 2017. He has worked across the entertainment industry as an actor, singer, musician, bandleader and musical director, and has now come full circle, returning to NCT to direct his first show.<\/p>\n<p>Scheepers also wrote the music and songs for the show, which will have the audience on their feet and singing along in no time.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe use music \u2013 the lyrics, the harmonies, the melodies \u2013 to make people really feel the emotions of the story,\u201d he says. \u201cThat\u2019s what gives you goosebumps!\u201d<\/p>\n<p>There will be goosebumps galore at <em>Noko Goes To School<\/em>! The musical promises great entertainment for children three years and older and runs from 16 July to 6 August. For more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.quicket.co.za\">www.quicket.co.za<\/a> or www.nctheatresa.org, email cindy@NCTheatreSA.org.za or call 011 484 1584 or 071 429 2570.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Noko Goes To School, a unique, African-themed children\u2019s musical by National Children\u2019s Theatre (NCT), teaches the value of cultural diversity and inclusivity in a fun adaptation that premieres at the NCT Outdoor Imagination Theatre. 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