The Loneliest Bird is an original puppet show and musical about a bird named Nigel who falls in love with a mannequin bird. The mannequin bird, whom Nigel calls Helen, was originally placed on the island by a scientist, catching Nigel’s eye as his flock flew overhead. Nigel makes his home amongst his new love’s mannequin flock and begins to dream of their future together. The story follows his aging and persistence as he lives among the mannequin birds and is visited by scientists and threatening strangers. The show is directed by Julianne Merritt and Marius Palmour, with music by Merritt. The Feb. 28 and Mar. 1 shows are at 8 p.m., and the Mar. 2 show is at 2 p.m.
WHO: The Loneliest Bird
WHEN: Feb. 28–Mar. 1 at 8 p.m. & Mar. 2 at 2 p.m.
WHERE: Town & Gown
HOW MUCH: $7.15
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