The Man Who Planted Trees

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The Man Who Planted Trees

April 16 - May 1, 2010

Based on the story written by Jean Giono, Adapted by William P. Ward

Directed by Walter Hill and William P. Ward, Choreographed by Margaret A. Mead-Finizio

Are you willing to do the right thing when there is no benefit to you?

Southern France. 1910. A shepherd heals the blight of his land by planting one tree at a time. As the trees grow and people return, his simple action restores life to a barren place while instilling hope in the people.

Tree by tree, a poor shepherd plants a thriving forest, thereby saving an abandoned valley. The impact of his action grows with each small seed he plants. Day by day the shepherd faithfully keeps his promise while expecting no reward or acknowledgement. Along the way he inspires those around him including a young hiker intrigued by the shepherd’s commitment. This parable provides a striking illustration of the old adage:

A person’s life is not measured by how good it was but by how much good it brought others.

A conversation with the creative team will follow each performance.

For ages 6 and up

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April 2010

• Fridays: 16th, 23rd and 30th at 7:30 pm
• Saturdays: 17th and 24th at 7:30 pm
• Saturday Matinee: 24th at 2:30 pm

May 2010

• Saturdays: 1st at 7:30 pm
• Saturday Matinees: 1st at 2:30 pm

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Purchase tickets through our automated secure ordering form. A $2.50 fee applies to online purchases.

Ticket Center

FYT Box Office at 810.237.1530, Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm & one hour before performance times.
The Whiting Ticket Center at 888.8CENTER or 810.237.7333, Monday-Saturday, 11am-6 pm. A $2.50 fee applies to telephone purchases made through The Ticket Center.

Prices

• Advance Tickets: Adults $14, Children $12
• Day of Performance: Adults $16, Children $14

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Enter using FYT's Main Entrance

Performace in the Elgood Theater

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About the Play

Read the fable of "The Man Who Planted Trees"

Read blog postings from Ruth Mott Foundation Horticulturalist, Erin Caudell

From Page to Stage

Saturday, April 24 at 5:30pm. Enjoy a delicious dinner provided by Fandangles' and a behind-the-scenes presentation by the FYT creative team responsible for producing The Man Who Planted Trees. Click here for more information. Questions? Contact Tina Immink at 810.238.2030.

Auditions

Auditions for students in grades 7-12:
Tuesday, February 23, 6:30-9:30 pm (check-in begins after 6 pm)

Rehearsals Begin: Monday, March 1

Contact

Call us at: 810.237.1530, Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm & one hour before performance times.

Fax us at: 810.237.1531