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Play script adapted by Larry Snipes from the book of Kentucky author James Still. In an Appalachian setting the classic Jack and the Beanstalk is enhanced by traditional folk melodies and audience participation. Single setting, simple solutions. Cast of 6 males (may be played by 3) and 3 females (may be played by 2). Appalachian "fantasy" costumes.

All is well for Jack and his Mam. They hav... More

Play script adapted by Larry Snipes from the book of Kentucky author James Still. In an Appalachian setting the classic Jack and the Beanstalk is enhanced by traditional folk melodies and audience participation. Single setting, simple solutions. Cast of 6 males (may be played by 3) and 3 females (may be played by 2). Appalachian "fantasy" costumes.

All is well for Jack and his Mam. They have their home roof, a patch of land, and a cow. One spring, when the cow goes dry life on Wolfpen Creek has to change. In hard times no one wants to buy a cow "dry as a hat". Jack trades his bossy to a Gypsy for "seeds". And Jack is in for trouble. His adventures with the High Tall Giant Woman and her husband teach him that "the simple life is right for Jack." Audience participation is invoked in the nick of time.

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