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Toronto: Theatre Passe Muraille presents “The Little Prince” April 2-9
Thursday, March 13, 2025
This spring, embark on a breathtaking journey through the stars with The Little Prince: A Physical Theatre Adaptation, a groundbreaking new production premiering at Theatre Passe Muraille from April 2–19, 2025. This world premiere, led by visionary Deaf artist and storyteller Landon Krentz, reimagines Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s beloved tale through a mesmerizing fusion of physical theatre, Visual Vernacular (VV), American Sign Language (ASL), vertical dance, and immersive projection design.
This unique adaptation transcends spoken language, using the power of movement and visual storytelling to create an experience that speaks directly to the heart. Audiences will follow The Little Prince on an interstellar adventure, encountering whimsical inhabitants and discovering profound lessons on love, belonging, and the human spirit.
Landon Krentz is a Deaf artist and storyteller, who is based in Calgary, and is known for work that bridges the gap between Deaf and hearing audiences. As the creator and lead artist of The Little Prince adaptation, Landon brings a fresh perspective to this timeless tale. His previous works include JESSE: An ASL Opera and A World Without Them, and he has collaborated with prominent companies such as, Soulpepper, Inside Out Theatre and Ghost River Theatre. Landon’s work celebrates the power of visual language and the beauty of belonging and communication.
A Trailblazing Production:
Directed and dramaturged by Suchiththa Wickremesooriya, this production brings together a stellar creative team, including Vertical Dance Choreographers Julia Taffe & Aeriosa Dance Society, Projection Designer Alessio Convito, Sound Designer Ashley Naomi Skye, and Costume/Set Designer Adriana Bogaard. With a talented cast featuring Landon Krentz, Ebony R. Gooden, Ali Saeedi, Ralista Rodriguez, and Hayley Hudson, The Little Prince invites audiences into a world where communication transcends words, and every gesture tells a story.
SHOW DETAILS:
📅 Dates: April 2 – 19, 2025
🌟 Opening Night: April 9, 2025 at 7:30pm
📍 Location: Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson Ave. | Mainspace
🎟 Tickets: Pay-What-You-Can-Afford ($15 | $40 | $65)
🎟 Box Office: 416.504.7529 | www.passemuraille.ca.