The Children’s Theatre of Republika Srpska has begun preparations for a new puppet production based on Branko Ćopić’s beloved literary work The Adventures of Tošo the Cat, with the premiere scheduled for November 26 in Banja Luka.
The production, directed by Nikola Zavišić, brings another of Ćopić’s timeless stories to the stage, introducing young audiences to the imaginative world of one of the region’s most celebrated writers.
Creative team brings Ćopić’s characters to life
The stage adaptation was written by Marija Ritan, while Berina Šuščević is responsible for the set design and puppets.
Costume design is by Zorana Klječanin, with choreography and stage movement created by Una Đelošević.
Aleksandar Blanić will compose the music, while Filip Matić is responsible for the video elements of the production.
The cast includes Svjetlana Andrić, Aleksandar Runjić, Nikola Milaković, Duško Mazalica, Pavle Pavić and Branislav Aleksić.
Second Branko Ćopić production directed by Nikola Zavišić
The Adventures of Tošo the Cat marks the second production inspired by Branko Ćopić’s literary works that Nikola Zavišić has directed in Banja Luka.
The Children’s Theatre recalled that his previous production, The Moon Guest, premiered in November last year and has since become one of the theatre’s most popular performances.
The play continues to attract considerable audience interest, with theatre lovers eagerly awaiting its appearance on the monthly repertoire.
The upcoming production of The Adventures of Tošo the Cat is being developed under the patronage of the Ministry of Education and Culture of Republika Srpska.
Source: RTRS
