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Play script based on Pyotr Yershow's epic poem of universal appeal. The first stage version in English of the popular classic, the centerpiece of children's theatre in Russia since its introduction in 1922. One basic set. 3 women, 7 men (extras as desired). 19th century costumes of Russian countryside and court.

When Ivan, a simpleton third brother, is sent to guard a field, he captures and... More

Play script based on Pyotr Yershow's epic poem of universal appeal. The first stage version in English of the popular classic, the centerpiece of children's theatre in Russia since its introduction in 1922. One basic set. 3 women, 7 men (extras as desired). 19th century costumes of Russian countryside and court.

When Ivan, a simpleton third brother, is sent to guard a field, he captures and then frees a mysterious White Horse who in gratitude gives him two magnificent steeds and a little Humpback horse with ears two feet long. Ivan's selfish brothers steal the stallions, but Ivan keeps his promise never to part with the little horse. Appointed Master of the Royal Stables by the greedy Czar, Ivan is helped by the little horse through three dangerous adventures. They fly to the Land of the Firebird. They free a landlocked whale on whose back resides an entire village. They sail through he skies to the Palace of the Moon. Through his friendship with the little Humpback Horse, Ivan proves his worth, marries the Daughter of the Moon, and becomes the new Czar.

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