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   The Grand Rapids Players is hitting the road this summer to bring its new, original family-friendly comedy, Sir Valourant & The Dragon, directly to rural neighbors in northern Minnesota. Made possible by the Blandin Foundation, this highly interactive, physical comedy will tour multiple communities, offering completely free outdoor performances for all ages.

   Sir Valourant & The Dragon is a jaunty, comedic fairy tale featuring a well-meaning knight, a willful princess, a stubborn king, a dabbling wizard, and an utterly ferocious, gigantic dragon! Guided by a saucy narrator and a crew of extremely helpful stage hands, the production breaks the fourth wall to deliver laugh-out-loud humor, magical mishaps, and fun for the entire family.

   As a special “rural placemaking” initiative, the cast and crew are packing up all of their own costumes, props, and custom set pieces to bring a full theatrical experience directly to local communities. The next local show is in Remer  at The Depot, Friday, August 7 at 7 p.m. 

   Admission to every single performance is completely free. Due to all tour performances being held outdoors, audience members must bring their own lawn chairs or blankets for seating. In the event of inclement weather, safety is the top priority. Decisions regarding weather delays, indoor relocations, or cancellations will be posted directly to the Grand Rapids Players Facebook page on the day of the performance.

   Established in 1965, the Grand Rapids Players is a community theater organization dedicated to cultivating local talent, showcasing original work, and providing exceptional, affordable performances for audiences across the Itasca area. For more information about the tour, visit www.grplayers.com/placemaking.

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