Ugly Duckling and Cinderella in the Mountains of Lumla

August 10, 2010 | Category: Daily Life, Events | News by: Suzanne (volunteer)

Everyone here participates in the organization of the play. Everyone is ready to start, even when it is after school and they are tired from waking up at 5 in the morning. They never complain and are always saying “thank you”. The class 1 and 2 students are very proud to be a part of the “Ugly Duckling” show. I started with three ducklings and ended with 10. When you ask someone for boots, everyone will come with boots. Everyone is so willing to help. Also, all the children have a great sense of humor. They are always laughing. Even when we have no electricity or music, and we can’t see each other because it’s so dark out, they still practice with much enthusiasm and joy. Although the children were shy and not used to theater at first, they immediately understood how to cooperate with one another and this project. This is something that is very special here. They are very eager to learn and be a part of the project. I never once had a negative reaction from any of the children in all of the three weeks I’ve been here. They are always smiling and excited. And they are always ready to follow and learn. They have open hearts. Because two of the children have the same name, I was confused about who was a duckling and who was a chicken, but they immediately told me who was who.
Even though we have no stage, lights, or fancy decor, the children and staff here bring so much creativity and collaboration to make these plays possible that it hardly matters. I am so touched by their understanding and their willingness to make it happen.

One Comments

  1. Jerry Zadow
    on August 12th, 2010
    1

    Gruezi und Danke, Suzanne. Yes, it is a very special place and the children and staff are truly wonderful

    alles Beste, Jerry

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