Through the Bamboo at Crossroads Theatre

Through the Bamboo by Byron Abalos and Andrea Mapili A Crossroads Theatre production

Lost in a storybook world, can Philly rescue her lola, save the magical land of Uwi, and find her way home?

In Through the Bamboo, twelve-year-old Philly is pulled into an action-packed adventure while mourning the loss of her lola (“grandmother” in Tagalog) when she opens an old book and finds herself tossed into the fantastical land of Uwi.

Similar to The Wizard of Oz, The Chronicles of Narnia, and Alice in Wonderland, this imaginative Filipinx-Canadian folktale adventure invites audiences into a magical world brought to life through inventive object puppetry, immersive storytelling, and audience participation. Inspired by Philippine mythology, the production weaves together themes of grief, love, and legacy, offering a rich theatrical experience rooted in intergenerational wisdom and a vibrant celebration of culture.

Showtimes:

Thursday, July 9 – 7pm (preview) Friday, July 10 – 7pm (opening night and community meal) Saturday, July 11 – 2pm & 7pm Tuesday, July 14 – 7pm Wednesday, July 15 – 7pm Thursday, July 16 – 7pm Friday, July 17 – 7pm Saturday, July 18 – 2pm & 7pm Sunday, July 19 – 2pm

Directed by Chantelle Han

Starring Olivia Sgambelluri AP Bautista Jainee Fernandez Jude Baris Neil-Erine Palmaria

Production Manager: Carlos Varela Technical Director: Nathan Greogory Set and Puppet Designer: Olivia Wheeler Lighting Designer: Echo Zhou Sound Designer: Miquelon Rodriguez Costume Designer: Jung A Im Cultural Consultant: Motzie Dapul Movement Coordinator: Candace Kumar Puppetry Director: Michelle Urbano Access Coordinator: Mandy E. MacLean Marketing & Outreach: Lili Robinson Publicity: Amira de Vera Poster & Illustration by Emily Jung

Accessibility is one of Crossroads’ main priorities. Little Avenue Memorial Park is physically accessible, and the production will include on-site access coordination. For more information, check out the Through the Bamboo Access Guide on our website.