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Wags & Whiskers: Two O-paw-ras about Family for All Ages
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Generously supported by the Regional Arts and Culture Council (RACC) and the University of Portland, our winter double bill features two family-friendly operas that center on animals, found family, and love that lasts fur-ever. Pepito and Meow and Forever are short operas, making this a purr-fect introduction to opera for listeners of any age.
Pepito by Nicolás Lell Benavides & Marella Martin Koch
Pepito, a lonely shelter dog, misses his old family and his old life. Camila and David, young married professionals, are searching for the perfect dog. As Camila and Pepito form an unshakeable bond, the cracks in Camila and David's marriage deepen, and Angie, the shelter manager, asks them the hard question: are they sure they are ready for this? (Runtime: ~25 minutes)
Meow and Forever by Jodi Goble and Basil Considine
Bailey is swept away in a whirlwind romance with Asha, neglecting her other obligations…and her best friend, Alex. This drama is looked upon with bemusement by Bailey’s cats – Chester and Nala – who have their own priorities, interjecting themselves into the scenes AND music! Events come to a head when Alex comes over to confront Bailey about her friend abandonment, and the two affectionately make up just in time for Asha to misconstrue everything. And yes, yes, there is a trio with singing cats. Happy ending guaranteed! (Runtime: ~40 minutes)
Run Time: Up to 90 minutes, including an intermission.
ASL Interpretation: available at the Saturday 1/18/25 performance.
Cast and Creative Team:
Pepito
- Camila: Lindsey Rae Johnson
- Angie: Lisa Neher
- David: Brandon Michael
- Pepito: Timothy Lafolette
Meow and Forever
- Bailey: Gina Adorno
- Alex: Henriët Fourie
- Asha: Lindsey Rae Johnson
- Nala: Dru Rutledge
- Chester: Lisa Neher
Stage Director: Jeffrey Puukka
Pianist: Susan McDaniel
Creative Team: Kimberly R. Osberg