From the theatre that brought to life The Arabian Nights & Journey to the West comes a radiant retelling of one of China’s oldest and most beloved legends.
Forsaking their lonely mountaintop for just one day, enlightened animal spirits White Snake and Green Snake magically transform into beautiful women in order to experience the human world.
There, White Snake meets and falls passionately in love with the humble pharmacist’s assistant Xu Xian, but the secret of her true identity soon comes back to haunt her. Brimming with poetry, humor, and theatrical spectacle, this classic tale will delight and enchant audiences as only Constellation can.
Recommended for Ages 12+
Closed May 26.
The White Snake
Written and originally directed by
Mary Zimmerman
Based on the classic Chinese fable
directed by Allison Arkell Stockman
live music by
Tom Teasley & Chao Tian
Run Time: 100 minutes, no intermission
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In The News
“The White Snake should strike your fancy” - The Washington Post
"A gorgeous spectacle that respects Eastern culture, it succeeds at entertaining an audience“ - Washington City Paper
"The White Snake is a memorable jaunt through ancient China spearheaded by mesmerizing sound design by duo Tom Teasley and Chao Tian, and a delightfully catty performance by Nakamura.“ - DC Metro Theater Arts
“4 Stars...The work proves to be a fine testament to female friendship, with the two spirit friends adventuring together, joking with each other ” - DC Theatre Scene
“Watching these two half-spirit, half-human beings learn to be present in the world of humanity is illuminating.” - MD Theatre Guide
"It's brought to lyrical life in a production directed by Allison Arkell Stockman that combines puppetry, movement and a beguiling, underlying musical performance.“ - BroadwayWorld
"Captivating ensemble based-movements featuring a climatic sea battle complete with Cloud and Water spirits by choreographer Jennifer J. Hopkins and endearing puppets designed by Matthew Pauli.“ - Sharpencity
"Solid stagecraft and storytelling serve Constellation's inventive production of The White Snake.“ - MetroWeekly
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Creative Team
Written By
Mary Zimmerman
Lighting Designer
Max Doolittle
Director
Allison Arkell Stockman
Live Music by
Tom Teasley
Chao Tian
Props Designer
Alexander Rothschild
Puppet Designer
Matthew Pauli
Choreographer
Jennifer Hopkins
Scenic Designer
Daniel Ettinger
Costume Designer
Frank Labovitz
Technical Director
Mike Salmi
Production Stage Manager
Katie Dooley
Assistant Director
Aria Velz
Assistant Stage Manager
Erica Feidelseit
Assistant Stage Manager
JJ Hersh
Assistant Stage Manager
Stephen Bubniak
Master Electrician
Hailey LaRoe
Scenic Charge
Megan Hart
Light Board Operator
Paul Callahan
Stage Manager Takeover
Cris Ruthenberg-Marshall
Rehearsal ASM
Drew Neitzey
Audio 1
James LaDow
Sound Engineer
Kevin Alexander
Photographer
DJ Corey Photography
Ensemble
White Snake
Green Snake
Xu Xian
Fa Hai
Ensemble
Ensemble
Ensemble
Ensemble
Ensemble
Ensemble
Understudy
Understudy
Understudy
Understudy
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