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Twelve Dancing Princesses

Full-Length Play, Drama  /  13w, 4m

Grimm Brothers, Richard Hellesen

Adapted from the Brothers Grimm

“Once upon a time, a king had twelve beautiful daughters who danced in secret every night…”

Twelve Dancing Princesses

  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    13w, 4m
  • Duration
    Duration
    60 minutes (1 hour)
  • SubGenre
    Subgenre
    Fantasy, Adaptations (Literature)
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Adult, Senior, Teen (Age 14 - 18)

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Summary
“Once upon a time, a king had twelve beautiful daughters who danced in secret every night…” The king is mystified by their secret, and issues a challenge to the men of his kingdom – find out what his daughters are up to! Of course, one good-hearted young man succeeds – but at what cost? This story, recognizable to any defiant teenager or exasperated parent, is about the walls we build between each other, and how the power of love and communication can tear them down. This play provides an excellent opportunity for ensemble acting and dances.

From the author of our celebrated play Drive-In.

History
This adaptation of The Twelve Dancing Princesses was first presented by the Young Conservatory Players of South Coast Repertory on December 14th, 1990. 

A YOUNG MAN (MICHAEL)

A MYSTERIOUS OLD WOMAN, who appears in a variety of guises throughout

THE TWELVE PRINCESSES:
ASHLEY

CHELSEA

HOLLY

JESSI

JILL

LILY

LINDSAY

LUCY

MORGAN

NICOLE

SHANNON

SARAH 

THE KING, their father

TWO SERVANTS

  • Setting A faraway land; once upon a time. 
  • Features Fantasy Costumes
  • Additional Features Not Applicable
  • Duration 60 minutes (1 hour)
  • Cautions
    • No Special Cautions

Media

"A 'pop' psychology version of the fairy tale that emphasizes family, communication and relationships along with the fairy tale traditions.... Helleson's adaptation throws in a lot more characterization than the Brothers Grimm version, and more than a little psychoanalysis." - Irvine World News

"Fantasy and reality intertwine beautifully and musically...." - Orange Coast Daily Pilot

Music

  • Musical Style N/A (Not a musical)
  • Vocal DemandsN/A (Not a musical)
  • Chorus Size N/A (Not a musical)

Licensing & Materials

  • Minimum Fee: £30 per performance plus VAT when applicable.

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Authors

Author

Grimm Brothers

Author

Richard Hellesen

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