The Princes and The Red Carp
A beautiful young girl.
An evil stepmother.
A handsome emperor.
A magical fish and a pair of golden shoes.
These are the ingredients that combine to form The Princess and the Red Carp a retelling of the original Cinderella story!You can buy gold but a love that is true you can never afford
Many credit this Chinese version (dating as far back as 850-860AD) as being the very first of its kind! Theater Down South is delighted to present their spin on this beloved and enduring tale.
There have been many productions of the Cinderella story over the years but most, if not all, are based on the retellings of Charles Perrault or the Brothers Grimm. “The Princess and the Red Carp” is based on a Chinese version of the story, with origins dating as far back as A.D.850 and is considered, the earliest existing version of this tale. It`s heroine is a young girl named Yeh Hsien who triumphs over adversity with the help of her friend, a magical Red Carp who provides her with clothes, jewelry, and most importantly a pair of tiny golden slippers.
You will meet the kind Emperor and his servant, the Wicked Step Mother, also Yeh Hsien`s bratty but funny Step Sisters, a magical Red Carp plus a host of other lovable characters! Directed by Michael Williams, and featuring the full compliment of well-seasoned Theater Down South actors, “The Princess and the Red Carp” is a light-hearted, magical tale that will enthrall its audience`s young and old alike.
My Verdict: I really loved it.. this is not just for kids but for people from 4 to 104. I really loved the production even the display at the lobby was AMAZING!! It gives you a feel of what to expect and you’ll never be disappointed. BRAVO to Theater Down South for A Marvelous, Amazing, Fantastic production!!! A Love story that is so inspiring
Cast List:
Kahna Cortez-Velasco is Yeh Hsien
Celine Fabie – Step Mother
Zig Haggamann – The Young Emperor
Joonee Garcia – Step Sister
Marie Delgado – Step Sister
Mikey Llorin as Prime Minister
Chino Veguillas – The Red Carp
plus the TDS Company
Directed by Michael Williams
