In the Northern Lands: Nordic Myths

Conceived and Directed by Linda Hartzell
Written by Torrie McDonald
From traditional stories adapted by Carole Shieber

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Mythology has always allowed men to understand the world in which they live, given them reason behind the forces of nature. Using incredible physicality and grand theatrical scope, we bring to life a series of Norse myths through which we travel to long, long ago…

…In the misty ages at the beginning of the world, when men and the Gods had not grown so distant, when the way to Asgard was not a lost thing, as it is now, the Gods of Asgard—Odin, Loki, Tyr, and the rest—had given men gifts, for they found in men attributes that reminded the Gods of themselves. They had given men skill with tools, grains, and domestic animals, and so men lived in simple ways. But they did not live at peace, for there were wild animals (and now and again, a troll would come marauding and kill people), and men have always been, and will always be, men. There were those who had treachery and deceit in their hearts. But there were also men of much honor and bravery, and a great value was placed on the keeping of oaths. This is well, for in the end, a man’s honor is all he has, and it is his reputation, the tale of how he has dealt with others, that lives after him. There were mighty deeds to be done, and bards to sing of them.

A Note from Artistic Director Linda Hartzell:
Myths passed from generation to generation help to form and shape our cultural mores, ethics, and moral compass. As we watch the great characters create the world in which they live, we are shown that honor, courage, justice, and fidelity are traits worth emulating. There is always much to be learned from our ancestors, from all parts of the world, and there is no better way to pass on those messages to our youth than by wrapping them in the thrill of a good old-fashioned story.

Age Recommendation:
8-years-old and up
The sophistication of the storytelling structure and style, coupled with some darker, frightening characters and situations, make this appropriate for 3rd grade and older.

ASL Interpreted Dates:
Public - March 6 @ 2pm
Schools - March 10 @ 10:15am

Curriculum/Thematic Connections:
Nordic History
Mythology
Epic Tales
Tricksters

TEACHERS—We believe that seeing the show and using our Educator Resource Guide can help you meet the following EALRs:
Reading: 2.3, 2.4, 3.1, 3.4
Communication: 1.1, 4.1
Arts: 1.1, 1.4, 2.1, 2.3
Writing: 3.2, 3.3, 2.3
History: 1.3, 2.1
Geography: 1.1, 3.1, 3.3

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