"The Great Race - The Story of the Chinese Zodiac" - by Reiko Ho - Theatre III (Acton, MA.)
Theatre III of Acton
Child's Play@Theatre III
in cooperation with
Acton Chinese Language School
Presents Reiko Ho's
"THE GREAT RACE - THE STORY OF THE CHINESE ZODIAC"
Written by Reiko Ho
First produced at Honolulu Theatre for Youth
Directed by Ruth Bendig
Assistant Director and Choreographer Kai Chao
Produced by Nicolle Armistead and Linda Minkoff
Stage Managed by Nadine Sa
Assistant Stage Manager Emmeline Jones
Cast Includes: Kimber Lynn Drake as “Kung Kung,” Cherry Lynn Zinger as “Po Po,” Joy Ma as “Freddie,” Daina August as “Ivy.”
Additional Creative Team:
Martial Arts Consultant - Narcyz Latecki; Hawaii Consultant - Karla Goo Lang; Chinese Opera Consultant - Fen Chai; Music Consultant - Poliana Yee; Lighting Design - Rick Shamel; Sound Design - Robert Pascucci; Costume Design - Shahn Knights and Elizabeth Hoermann; Props - Margot Grossman and Patrick Cleary; Set Design & Dressing- Nala Wu; Set Construction - Tom Powers.
Performances:
June 13, 2026 through June 21, 2026
(Contact Box Office for Exact Times)
All performances held at THEATRE III, 250 Central Street, West Acton, MA. 01720
TICKETS:
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ABOUT THE SHOW
Join our characters, Po Po and Kung Kung, as they celebrate Chinese New Year by making dumplings and sharing the story of "THE GREAT RACE" with their grandkids, Freddie and Ivy.
The show weaves a family celebration with a re-telling of one of the most beloved tales in Chinese folklore—the origin story of the Chinese Zodiac.
When the Jade Emperor needs a way to tell time, he decrees that there will be a "GREAT RACE."
The first 12 animals to cross the mighty river will have a year named after them.
This 12-year cycle will mark the passage of time.
Which animals win the race?
What are the traits that help them cross the river?
"THE GREAT RACE - THE STORY OF THE CHINESE ZODIAC" features traditional Chinese movement, music and martial arts.
THEATRE III is a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to promoting the performing arts through bringing high quality performing arts to the surrounding community; by giving meaningful opportunities for involvement in theater production to the skilled local artists and talented production staff who participate in all aspects of bringing performances to the stage; and by engaging with the surrounding community with support for other local organizations and projects.
250 Central Street
West Acton, MA. 01720
# 978-263-9070
