OWEN & MZEE

Book by Michelle Elliott
Lyrics by Danny Larsen
Music by Michelle Elliott and Danny Larsen

Cast: 3M, 1F
Runtime: 60 min
Ages: all

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.

Vital Theatre Company production, directed by Tyrone Robinson, 2021

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