Curriculum Connections
Literature based, rhyming, vocabulary, puppetry, problem solving, imagination.
California State Standards
RL.1.1 Ask and answer questions about key details in a text.
RL.1.2 Retell stories, including key details, and demonstrate understanding of their central message or lesson.
RL.1.3 Describe characters, settings, and major events in a story, using key details
Performance Description
Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia's newest production, Billy Goats Gruff and Other Tales, presents a fresh and engaging reimagining of three cherished children's stories—Goldilocks and the Three Bears, The Three Little Pigs, and The Three Billy Goats Gruff. Filled with adventure, humor, and heroism, the story follows a brave raccoon and clever mouse who are on a journey to collect treasure. Along the way, they unknowingly help the goats, bears, and pigs, preventing disaster—without any of the animals ever encountering a true villain. This imaginative retelling seamlessly interweaves three classic tales into a heartwarming adventure that celebrates friendship and courage.
Written by Danny Everson
Produced by Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia
A trio of tales presented by the beloved Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia! Previous productions from Mermaid Theatre include The Rainbow Fish, It's Ok to Be Different and Goodnight Moon.
