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Annual 'Peter & the Wolf' Engages Kids at Guggenheim

12/5/2025

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Summary

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The Guggenheim in New York City presents the annual "Peter & the Wolf" holiday production, running December 5–14, directed by Isaac Mizrahi with choreography by John Heginbotham.
The performance fuses dance and narration, with each character expressed through a specific instrument and dance style.
Mizrahi emphasizes engaging young audiences through a "poor theatre" approach that uses simple mechanics and invites spontaneous reactions.

History

Historical Context

In 1936, Sergei Prokofiev composed "Peter and the Wolf," a symphonic fairy tale aimed at introducing children to classical music through distinct instrumental characters. The work premiered in Moscow and later debuted in the U.S. in 1938. Today, productions like the Guggenheim's, directed by Isaac Mizrahi, continue to engage young audiences, reflecting a commitment to arts education and musical appreciation.

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Story summary

The Guggenheim in New York City presents the annual "Peter & the Wolf" holiday production, running December 5–14, directed by Isaac Mizrahi with choreography by John Heginbotham.
The performance fuses dance and narration, with each character expressed through a specific instrument and dance style.
Mizrahi emphasizes engaging young audiences through a "poor theatre" approach that uses simple mechanics and invites spontaneous reactions.

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