Can be performed in Hebrew, Arabic or French. A translator can easily perform it in other languages. The sleepy genie from the well gave our dreaming hero a magic pot, who, in his generosity, passed out all of its contents his neighbors. However, some people never have enough! Will he be punished? Will the sleepy genie help him again? This is a Moroccan folk tale adapted for theater. It takes place inside an exquisite Moroccan dowry chest in the magical spirit of One Thousand and One Arabian Nights. Five traditionally clad puppets and various objects move to and fro inside the chest telling the story of genies, gifts and wonders.
Duration: approx. 50 minutes.
Adapted and Directed by:
Jonathan Ben Haim
On Stage: Jonathan Ben Haim
Arabic translation: Kamel Basha
Design: Emanuel Klideman
"Jonathan Ben Haim has excellent control over his puppets and plot as he simultaneously injects light and enjoyable humor Using shadow puppets he brings to light the dream of a poor king adding yet another dimension to the play"
Miki Einhorn-Neckenbaum
"Execution full of character and expertise the music and the moving scenery contribute to express the atmosphere of Morocco I thoroughly enjoyed myself"
Boaz Evron, Yediot Ahronot Newspaper
* The International Festival of Puppet Theater in Jeusalem, 2003. * The Peace Festival, Belgium . * The International Festival, Casablanca, Morocco, 1995 . * The Montreal Festival, Canada, 1988.
Audience maximum: 150 seats
Duration: 50 minutes
Stage size/performing space: 3m width x 3m depth, 2m height
Step Seating
Performance space must be darkened
Electric outlet needed
Set up time: 1 hour
Dismantling time: 50 minutes
Staff: 1 actor
