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The Legend of Pedro De Urdemalas
New Haven Theatre
Teatro del Sol y de la Luna (TSL)
The group was started in the summer of 2006 as part of New Haven Theater Company’s mission to create theatrical productions for audiences that are often under served by traditional theater. NHTC’s Creative Director, T. Paul Lowry, grow up in a Arizona in a Hispanic household and felt the folklore of Latin America and the southwest would make wonderful narratives for the stage. The first production for TSL was presented as part of the 2006 Hispanic Heritage Month Festival sponsored by New Haven’s Arte, Inc, with subsequent presentations at the 2007 International Festival of Arts and Ideas and 2007 Hispanic Heritage Month.
The Legend of Pedro de Urdemalas
The Legend of Pedro de Urdemalas is a collection of Latin American folklore presented through storytelling, music, dance, puppetry and mask work. Adapted from stories from across Latin America and the southwest, The Legend of Pedro de Urdemalas presents stories infused with imagination and creativity filled with interesting characters including magical birds, beautiful senoritas, jealous kings, and dancing dogs. Dias De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) inspires the entire shows design using the colorful costumes and stylized masks.
Study Guides:
The Legend of Pedro de Urdemalas Study Guide for Teachers
Curriculum Links:
Historical Themes, Design and Produce