Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company's hit holiday production, The Magic Dreidels, is back this holiday season. Originally commissioned by MJTC in 2000, and subsequently produced in other cities in the United States, The Magic Dreidels was adapted by Twin Cities playwright Jenna Zark from the endearing book of the same name by noted children's book author Eric A. Kimmel.
The Magic Dreidels is the story of Jakob, a young boy who is sent to the well by his father to get water for preparation of the holiday meal. There he loses his new dreidel, a small spinning top, down the well. A goblin living in the well replaces his dreidel with magical ones, beginning a series of adventures for Jakob with a lonely neighbor, Fruma Sarah. This engaging holiday tale is an opportunity to learn about the cultural traditions of Hanukkah, and the universal themes of sharing, caring, compassion, and friendship.
- Thursday, December 5: Pre-show reading of the book and discussion with director, Barbara Brooks, and potato latke tasting (space is limited)
- Saturday, December 7: Post-performance meet and greet
The Magic Dreidels opens tonight, December 5, 2013 and plays through December 20, 2013; opening night performance on Thursday, December 5 at 7 pm, and continuing on week-day mornings through December 20th. There are two week-end performances: Saturday, December 7 at 7 pm and Sunday December 8 at 1 pm. Ticket price is $17. Group discounts are available for school groups. For ticket reservations call 651-647-4315 Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.Videos