Life of Pi
The North American premiere of this stunning production
Life of Pi
Dream-like fable makes for a dazzling night of theatre
London Evening Standard
Life of Pi
The North American premiere of this stunning production
Why see Life of Pi?
North American premiere
After scooping a myriad Olivier Awards for its debut run in London's West End Lolita Chakrabarti's stunning stage adaptation of Yann Martel's metaphysical novel will make its American bow at the ART this December. With the entire original creative team in tow, including breathtaking puppetry by Nick Barnes and Finn Caldwell, scenic and costume design from Tim Hatley, video by Andrzej Goulding, sound from Carolyn Downing, and direction from Max Webster the extraordinary story of one 16-year-old's fight for survival following a shipwreck are rendered in vibrant color, music and visual wizardry in this consummate production.
What is the story?
As transformative as it is captivating, Martel's Life of Pi is a magical masterpiece that introduces us to Pi, a 16-year-old boy adrift in a lifeboat with four fellow survivors - a hyena, a zebra, an orangutan, and a terrifying Bengal Tiger. As they navigate the unpredictable waters of the Pacific Ocean, Pi's boundless imagination soon becomes his greatest asset.
Cast
TBC
Creative
Adapted by Lolita Chakrabarti
Directed by Max Webster,
Sets and costumes by Tim Hatley
Puppetry and movement by Finn Caldwell
Puppetry by Nick Barnes and Finn Caldwell
Lighting by Tim Lutkin
Video by Andrzej Goulding
Sound by Carolyn Downing
Original composition by Andrew T. Mackay
Dramaturgy by Jack Bradley
Reviews
Customer reviews
4 reviews, average rating: (4.1 Stars)
Sheel Rege
An experience
Have seen the movie. Was curious to see how the effects would be reproduced on stage. The play was superlative both in performance as well as effects. One simple but glaring mistake. When Pi’s family is shown doing a Pooja they continue to wear shoes. Hindus NEVER pray with shoes on. ... Read more
Susan
Exceptional!
I absolutely recommend this show!
The acting was top tier!
The puppeteers did an amazing job.
By the end I was more and more invested in the story.
Congratulations to the cast on offering what theatre is about. ... Read more
Marla Landsman
Life if Pi Baltimore Hippedrome
Surprised to see what an amazing performance Taha gave! The story was fascinating, the set was beautiful, the cast was spellbinding. Saw the show Sunday evening, so Taha performed this twice! Can’t imagine remembering 2 hrs of dialogue. The message this story sends to it audience is different for each theatre-goer, but I was inspired! A must see! ... Read more
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