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Owen & Mzee The Musical

Opening Date: Oct 23, 2021
Closing Date: Nov 14, 2021
Running Time: 01:00
Owen & Mzee The Musical

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Playing @
Actors Temple Theater
339 West 47th St, New York, NY 10036
The amazing true story of the orphaned baby hippo and 130-year-old giant turtle whose remarkable friendship touched millions around the world.
The inspiring true story of two great friends, a baby hippo named Owen and a 130-yr-old giant tortoise named Mzee. When Owen was stranded after a tsunami, villagers in Kenya worked tirelessly to rescue him. Then, to everyone's amazement, the orphan hippo and the elderly tortoise adopted each other. Now they are inseparable, swimming, eating, and playing together. Adorable photos e-mailed from friend to friend quickly made them worldwide celebrities. Here is a joyous reminder that in times of trouble, friendship is stronger than the differences that too often pull us apart.

COVID Safety Information:
VACCINATIONS REQUIRED: All guests over the age of 12 must be fully vaccinated to enter the theatre and must present digital or physical proof at the door.
MASKS REQUIRED: All guests must wear a properly fitting mask over the nose and mouth in the theatre except when eating or drinking in designated areas.
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Performance Schedule

SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS @ 11 AM


Cast
  • Akeil Davis
  • Desmond Fernandez
  • Aguel Lual
  • Eric J. Willingham

Music
  • Michelle Elliott & Danny Larsen

Lyrics
  • Danny Larsen

Book
  • Michelle Elliott

Director
  • Tyrone L. Robinson

Choreography
  • Tyrone L. Robinson

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