“Balloonacy” Floats on Stage at Tibbits Opera House on July 17, 18, 24 and 25
COLDWATER– Tibbits Opera House presents “Balloonacy” as part of their Popcorn Theatre season on July 17, 18, 24 and 25 at 10am.
Everything changes for a solitary old man when a red balloon drifts through his window, bringing some serious silliness with it. Without a single spoken word, this sweet, inventive and uplifting show—packed with plenty of playful shtick, along with touching reminders of the ups and downs of building a friendship—is a tender and laugh-filled delight for children of all ages!
“’Balloonacy’ is a uniquely interesting and fun story about loneliness, friendship and a return to joy and play,” said director Olivia Allen. “Through a hilarious and silly slapstick script in which a balloon drifts into an Old Man’s life and turns things upside down, audiences get to see the real impact of noticing the magic of what’s around you and what a good friend can bring to your life.”
“Balloonacy” stars Brady Jacot as the Old Man. The production staff includes director and choreographer Olivia Allen, production stage manager Sam Ryan, scenic designer and carpenter Oliver Fisher-Rohde, costume designer Gianna Bratke, lighting designer and head electrician Jeff Harvey, sound designer Thess Holloway, props artisan Lindsey Hall, artistic director Brian Sage, technical director Sebastian James, assistant stage managers Marlie Dietz and Abby Papenfus, costume shop supervisor Hayden Elowsky, scenic painter Andrea Imsland, head carpenter Ryan Hodges and assistant props artisan and assistant scenic painter Sara Czerniawski.
Tickets for Popcorn Theatre shows are priced $10 each, and include complimentary popcorn and juice, donated by Dr. Ed Lake and McDonald’s: The Maynard Organization. Children ages 2 and under are free but must have a comp ticket reserved by calling the Tibbits box office at 517.278.6029. Discounts for groups and families of five or more are also available by calling the box office. Families are encouraged to secure their tickets early for these popular shows. Tickets for “Balloonacy” can be purchased at Tibbits.org or by calling the box office at 517.278.6029.
Tibbits extends its heartfelt thanks to all the sponsors who make these performances possible: The Bushouse Family, Dr. Jon and Seibra Herbener, Highstreet/Vested Risk Strategies, Matthew C. Christopher, DDS, PC., Asama Coldwater Manufacturing and Exchange Club of Coldwater. Additional support provided by The Philip & Sarah Rosenberg Family Trust. Their generous support played a crucial role in bringing these vibrant cultural experiences to the community.