Pinocchio at The House Theatre of Chicago

The House brings to life this tall tale about telling the truth. Carved from an enchanted stump in a charred forest, toyshop owner Geppeto's small puppet child flourishes. The growing Pinocchio devours books and the complex worlds they reveal. He relishes musicals and the emotional ride they offer. And he longs to sink his adolescent teeth into real relationships and conversations beyond the walls of his storefront home. But his protective father keeps Pinocchio's wild branches trimmed back, and forbids venturing out. A method sure to inspire rebellion in this precocious, curious not-quite-real young man.

Pinocchio will be portrayed by a Bunraku-style puppet, created and crafted by Tom Lee of Chicago Puppet Studios.

Funny, imaginative, and moving, Pinocchio explores how the lies we tell ourselves hurt those we love. This production is recommended for adults and those ages 11 years old and older.

Authors

• Armando Loredo
• Eddison Von Ottenfeld
• Jerome Coopersmith
• Mary Rodgers
• Sheldon Harnick
• Yasha Frank