
About Protein Dance: The Magic Flute
Step into Luca Silvestrini’s acclaimed new dance-theatre adaptation of Mozart’s opera, The Magic Flute.
Join the fun-loving bird-catcher Papageno and the lost Prince Tamino as they set out to rescue Princess Pamina, uncovering the truth about the mysterious Queen of the Night and the powerful leader Sarastro.
The Magic Flute is brought to life with Protein’s playful mix of dancing, storytelling, singing and stunning visuals, featuring rearranged Mozart alongside original music by composer Frank Moon.
Following the award-winning The Little Prince, this enchanting tale of love, courage and friendship is for children aged 5+ and their grown-ups.
Adapted and directed by Luca Silvestrini. Supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England, by Royal Borough of Greenwich and with support from Woolwich Works. Co-commissioned by DanceEast and The Place, with creation support by Pavillion Dance South West and Dance City.
Image Credit: Jane Hobson
This is a joyful piece of theatre, perfect for the whole family, with moments of gentle audience participation, beautiful performances, and a satisfying, uplifting ending.
Theatre & Tonic
Mozartian magic in miniature, The Magic Flute is a triumph of ingenuity.
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