The Pioneer Spirit Trilogy - 3 Musicals for youth ages 9-15

The Pioneer Spirit Trilogy historical fiction Set in the mid 1800's *Script, Lyrics & Music by Pierre Jacques Pleau* Copyright © 2005-2009 North Star Theater Company Pioneer Spirit, Folklore & Friendship

Traveling Down the Wagon Trail Beneath The Big Blue Sky	Homesteading the Land Between the Northern Pines	Celebrating the Harvest Amid the Rolling Hills

*An American Midwest Story*

Where our Musical Journey Began

Debut Performances for

Minnesota’s Sesquicentennial 1858-2008:

8/16/08 William O’Brien State Park

8/23/08 Wild River State Park

8/30/08 St. Croix State Park

Directed by Pierre Jacques Pleau

Summer Musical 2011

August 16 & 18 - NBHS Edelstein Auditorium

August 20 - Wild River State Park



Georgette: “You can have one of these memory rocks Annabelle. I found this rock after we made it up the muddy hill that seemed insurmountable – I’m sure you remember the one!” Annabelle: “Yes – being that our two wagons were the last in the line – the ruts were extra deep and looked foreboding.” Georgette: “But you walked on ahead and sang words of encouragement to the horses – even though it was pouring rain!” Annabelle: “I must’ve looked quite a site!” Georgette: “You were courageous.” [Pause and look at the other rock in the box,] “And this other rock here, I picked up when the sun broke through the clouds and a rainbow shot across the sky.” Annabelle: “Both are good memories – but I think I’ll take the rainbow!” [Reach into the box and take the rock.] “Thank you Georgette. I will always treasure the memories that this rock symbolizes and that my heart holds.” [Pause and look at the seed box,] “Georgette – where did you put the seeds that you kept in that box?” Georgette: “They’re still in here.” [Open the lid and take out a cloth bag.] “I have a bag of seeds from each of my favorite plants.” [Pour the seeds out of the bag onto Annabelle’s hand.] “Can you guess what plant these seeds came from?!” Annabelle: [Study the seeds for a moment,] “These must be pumpkin seeds!” Georgette: “Yes and I look forward to the day that I can sow them in this fertile ground.” Script Excerpt from Beneath The Big Blue Sky © 2008 North Star Theater Company

The 2nd Musical in

The Pioneer Spirit Trilogy

Debut Performances

March 20 & 21, 2009

Directed by Pierre Jacques Pleau

NBHS Edelstein Auditorium

Spring Musical 2012

March 23 & 24 - NBHS Edelstein Auditorium

The pioneers traveled down the wagon trail “Beneath the Big Blue Sky”

Now it is time for them to realize their dreams by homesteading the land…
During the first planting season, to meet challenges and overcome obstacles,
friends and neighbors come together to lend each other a helping hand…

“Thank you for coming to help with the planting.”

“We’re glad to help. We may be cousins, but even if you were a newcomer –

I’d still come to lend a hand – for friendship grows in the garden.”

“More helping hands will be arriving soon. We let all
of our neighbors know about your plight and their response warmed my heart.”

“I’m at a loss for words. All I can say is that, when my Father had his accident,

I didn’t have any glimmer of doubt that we would still accomplish the springtime plantings.”

North Star Theater Company
is dedicated to providing quality values programming for youth…

Pioneer Spirit, Folklore & Friendship
Universal values and principles are woven into the fabric of the Pioneer Spirit Trilogy…

Adventuresome, Thoughtful & Humorous
Combining a theater experience with ‘values education’ creates an environment
for sharing positive attitudes that build healthy relationships and communities…

Script Excerpt from Between The Northern Pines

The 3rd Musical in

The Pioneer Spirit Trilogy

Debut Performance

8/22/09 Wild River State Park

Directed by Pierre Jacques Pleau

Summer Musical 2012

August 13, 14 & 17 - NBHS Edelstein Auditorium

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Pioneer Youth – Annabelle & Ariana
“The sun has been setting sooner, Autumn is on it’s way
the dreams I planted here last spring can be harvested today”
Lyrics from: Harvesting My Dreams

This Musical features 14 songs by Pierre Jacques Pleau

*Annabelle, Georgette & Ariana*	Ariana: “This evening we’re going to celebrate our harvest - would you like to join us Georgette?!”
	Georgette: “I’d love to Ariana, but I don’t know if I can afford to take time away from bringing in the crops.”
	Annabelle: “Taking a few hours away from the field Georgette, would rejuvenate your body, mind and spirit – and give you strength to meet the days ahead.”
	Ariana: “Please say you’ll come, Georgette. We’re inviting everyone who helped us replant our tater crop.”
	Georgette: “Well I suppose in that case, I should really be helping you host the celebration; being that everyone helped me plant my crops as well. Yes Ariana – I’ll come!”

*Pernella, Rheanna, Tasha & Fuchsia*	*~ Meeting of the Fairies for the Changing of the Seasons ~*
	Rheanna: “Fuchsia, I was wondering how to explain to the critters that not all food is free for the taking.”
	Fuchsia: “Are you referring to the fields of vegetables and grains that the pioneers planted.”
	Rheanna: “Yes that’s right.”
	Pernella: “I was wondering the same thing. I imagine that it could cause a bit of confusion for the animals that are used to foraging on this land.”
	Rheanna: “Especially for raccoons!”


	*~ Raccoons – Rusty & Royal venture out of their den to look for food ~*
	Rusty: “What do you smell Royal?”
	Royal: “Autumn is coming!”
	Rusty: “Who is Autumn – I don’t think we’ve met before.”
	Royal: “Autumn isn’t a girl – it’s a season – it’s harvest time!”

	*~ Playful black bear cubs – Autumn & Amber ~*
	Amber: “Look Autumn – I bet it was those Raccoons who were calling your name”
	Autumn: “What do you think they want Amber?”
	Amber: “I bet they want to play a game with us!”

*Aubree, Rusty, Linnea & Royal*	Aubree: “Would you like to come to a harvest celebration with us - Annabelle, one of our neighbors, invited us – and she said we could bring a couple of our friends.”
	Royal: “That’s very thoughtful of you Aubree – but I don’t think we’d fit in.”
	Aubree: “You might dress a little different than some of our friends, but that doesn’t change who you are on the inside.”
	Royal: “Yes that’s true – but it’s a celebration for people – not raccoons.”
	Linnea: “No one would know that you’re a raccoon – if you dressed up in pioneer clothes – like you did when we first met.”
	Royal: “You’re right – I suppose we could!”
	Aubree: “You’ll come then?!”
	Rusty: “You can count us in!”

Script Excerpts from Amid The Rolling Hills

~ Meet the Cast from The Pioneer Spirit Trilogy ~
Pioneer Youth:
Annabelle - thoughtful and optimistic
Georgette - generous and reliable (Annabelle’s Cousin.)
Ariana - dreamy and idealistic (Annabelle’s younger sister.)
Aubree - adventuresome and mischievous
Linnea - spontaneous but cautious (Aubree’s younger sister.)
Angelica - tenderhearted and creative
Dustine - courageous and considerate
Flora - reflective & thoughtful
Beverly - caring and conscientious
Gabriella - sincere and kindhearted

Characters:
Chadwick the Wildlife Artist
Fuchsia the Flower Fairy
Tasha the Tree Fairy
Pernella the Prairie Fairy
Rheanna the River Fairy
Hadley the Hermit – quick, determined and doesn’t hesitate to take the initiative
Harlow the Hermit    – good natured, speedy and likes to avoid trouble
Rusty the Raccoon    – sociable, with an easygoing sense of humor
Royal the Raccoon    – eloquent, formal but a bit impish
Autumn & Amber the playful Bear Cubs

~ Thank you to our Summer Musical Sponsors ~

2008 Summer Musical Sponsors Friends of Wild River State Park Friends of William O'Brien State Park St. Croix State Park Provide Care Inc. (NB) Chisago County Senior Center Americ Inn (NB) Bozeman - Newton Insurance Agency (NB) ECE - East Central Energy (Braham) Minnco Credit Union (NB) Printing Express (Center City) 2nd Hand Treasures (NB) *2010 Summer Musical Sponsors* Friends of Wild River State Park Rapid Press Printing & Copy Center, Inc. Provide Care Inc. (NB) ECE East Central Energy (Braham) Jimmy's Johnnys (NB) Minnco Credit Union (NB) Recycled Wardrobes (NB)	2009 Summer Musical Sponsors Friends of Wild River State Park Chisago County Senior Center Shopko (NB) Provide Care Inc. (NB)) TCF Bank 651-982-1017 (Forest Lake) ECE - East Central Energy (Braham) Minnco Credit Union (NB) 2nd Hand Treasures (NB) 2012 Summer Musical Sponsors Rapid Press Printing & Copy Center, Inc. Provide Care Inc. (NB) ECE East Central Energy (Braham) Minnco Credit Union (NB) Recycled Wardrobes (NB) Sponsors/Benefactors Sponsors/Benefactors help make itpossible for us to provide quality performing arts opportunities for youth in our area… To become a Youth Musical Sponsor or Benefactor call North Star Theater Company 651-674-8129
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