AUDITIONS HAVE PASSED FOR THE MONKEY KING
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“The Monkey King” (written by Jonathan & Kimbirdlee Fadner) is a theatrical retelling of an ancient Chinese legend infused with a clever storyline and heart-pumping music. The legend has entertained all ages for centuries with a cast of mythical creatures that can transform and transcend earthly realms and triumph amidst epic battles. But can you imagine what happens when the King is born and he is… a woman!? The Fadners light up this tale with a shocking modern twist that will inspire everyone to take action and be inspired toward positive change.
Written by Jonathan & Kimbirdlee Fadner
Directed by Steven Eng
The Howe Theatre
548 Main St, NY, NY 10044
DATES:
Friday, Aug 3rd 8pm
Saturday, Aug 4th 2pm
Saturday, Aug 4th 8pm
Sunday, Aug 5th 8pm
TICKETS:
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Character Descriptions:
Ganjuwai the Elder – The wise tribe elder, still has spurts of youthful energy.
Monkey King – The toughest monkey ever born. Clever and fearless. Doesn't take things too seriously, until she has too.
Jogo – Bulllied her whole life. A leader deep down, she just doesn't know it yet.
Dragon King of the Sea – Loud, Egotistical & Chauvinistic, Strong Singer
Demon of Havoc – A controlling and nasty tyrant and a subject of the Jade Emperor.
Gatekeeper – The guard of the School for Immortals. Takes pride in his job.
The Immortal of the Forest - A distinguished professor of mystical knowledge (for men)
General Shrimp – Dragon King of the sea's lackey on a lady hunt.
General Tortoise - Dragon King of the sea's lackey also on a never ending hunt for the ladies.
Jade Emperor – Ruler of Heaven and Earth. Eccentric. More is never enough. Underlying insecurity.
Jade Emperor's Herald – Thinks highly of himself. Often annoyed and “over it”.
General Bixor – Sadistic, loves war and carrying out Jade Emperor's ambitions in battle.
Grotus of the Heavenly Stables – Somewhat lecherous, the first guy most new arrivals work for in heaven.
Guan Yin – The Goddess of Mercy, has a rebellious streak in her and sees the truth in all.
Fairy Maidens – Goddesses who’s job is to entertain Jade Emperor and his subjects. They know their place in heaven and never stop to ask why.
Monkey Tribe – The disparate inhabitants of Metal Mountain. Oppressed by the Demon of Havoc. Waiting for a messiah, but have given up hope.
The Immortal Classmates –Students of the Immortal of the Forest
Heavenly Beings – Pay lip service to the Jade Emperor, maybe hiding true feelings. Fearful and Violent, trained warriors.