Pinotito’s search

The production opened at Queen’s Hall, St Ann’s, yesterday and continues until March 27.

The local story, conceptualised by Fareid Carvalho and written and directed by Penelope Spencer, carries the audience on a journey of a wooden Carnival doll named Pi?otito.

The character, played by Kyle Richardson, is created by a greedy owner of a toy shop Mr Mas – portrayed by Kerlan Paris.

He, along with other characters: Goldie the Goldfish, Madam Cobo, Felicia the Fairy, Mr Toyer, Mr Potts, Ms Cotton Candy, Jessie the Jester, Laro the Cricket, Bumpy the Donkey and Randy are brought to “life” by the magical fairy. That’s when they take the quest of finding positive human traits to install in Pi?otito for him to get his dream of becoming a real boy Along this magical journey, the characters learn to understand the importance of school, telling the truth, the importance of not talking to strangers, listening to your parents/ guardians, trusting your conscience and other positive traits as well as the local culture of Carnival, said a media release.

The story is filled with beloved characters, meaningful acting, magical music and riveting dancing.

Pi?otito’s cast include Carvalho in several roles, Jamila Findlay, Benita Wilson and Nicole Wong Chong, Aaliea Gilding, Dese Simon, Elijah Wilson and Michelle Borel.

Costume designs are by Jose Alejandro and Sean Edwards; dance choreography by Linda Pollard Lake and Janeal James (dance lead); make-up by Crystal Grillet and Lucia Eligon; set designs by Tracy Julien and photography by Eustace Dyer and team.

Pi?otito, a production for the family, will stage daily school shows at 9.30 am and 1.30 pm, with weekend shows at 3.30 pm and 6.30 pm. This production is sponsored in part by Ministry of Community Development, Culture and the Arts, Smalta, First Citizens, Massy Stores, Chuck E Cheese’s, Act II, Swiss Miss, Capri- Sun and Scrip J.

For more info: 684- 8382.