Not familiar with trilobites? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. I hadn’t heard of them either until I took my kids to see “Riddle of the Trilobites,” last week at the New Victory Theater.
Through the engaging new musical, we learned that they’re prehistoric anthropod creatures that once lurked the ocean floors more than 270 million years ago. Now extinct, the live production gives voice to a fictional trilobite kingdom whose fate rests on a young, brave trilobite who has the challenge of solving a single riddle. If she doesn’t solve the puzzle in time, her entire kingdom might be destroyed. Sound familiar? Well, that’s because it’s akin to the state of our environment today. If we don’t stand up to the climate changes and challenges facing us, our history won’t be preserved and could have catastrophic consequences for the future.
Photo by Alexis Buatti-Ramos
Directed by Lee Sunday Evans and produced by CollaborationTown and Flint Repertory Theater, the 80-minute musical is chockfull of educational and thought-provoking elements. From enlightening children about the importance of preserving our greatest resources to teaching them that we all play a part in the circle of life.
With eye-catching puppetry, fun dance numbers and catchy songs, the show is entertaining from start to finish. Plus, the rich storytelling and the cast’s impeccable performance, make this underwater adventure a can’t-miss show.
My kids with the cast of “Riddle of the Trilobites” at New Victory Theater in New York City.
“Riddle of the Trilobites” is currently playing and runs through Sunday, February 23, 2020. For tickets and more information, please visit New Victory Theater.
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