1001 Nights: A Love Story About Loving Stories

FAQS FOR PRODUCING PARTNERS

What are the big conversations?

What power does a story have?
Can persons be divided into good or evil?
How does a person’s character change?
What’s the role of women in society?

Where’s the “Flying Carpet magic?”

1001 Nights is a delightful family musical from Robert Lopez, composer of the Tony-Award-winning musicals Avenue Q & The Book of Mormon, and the Oscar-winning song “Let it Go” from Disney’s Frozen. It features puppetry, comedy, and catchy songs.

Why is this important now?

ISIS is today beheading people for holding to a different worldview, or “story” about life.
The media tells us stories about street protests, or were they riots?…
were they our kids? or were they thugs?
Will people see Hillary Clinton as a viable candidate for the highest office in the land?

What awards were won by past productions?

2014: Center for Puppetry Arts
Winner 2 Suzi Bass Awards for Excellence in the Atlanta Theater:
Best Overall Theater for Young Audience Production
Best Theater for Young Audience Ensemble

1998
The NYC International Fringe Festival
The Sol Goldman 14th Street Y
Hostos Academy

1997
The Children’s Museum of the Arts
The Harbor Center
Alfred E. Smith Recreation Center

Is there a niche audience?

The show appeals to all ages, but especially a young audience.
Fans of puppetry might be specifically targeted.
Of course, fans of Frozen (and other Lopez’ works) should be targeted.

Can I read the script?

Contact us at info@flyingcarpettheatre.com to learn more.