Fruit Flies Like a Banana
Working at break-neck speed, the multi-talented performers of The Fourth Wall combine music, theater, and dance in this sprint-triathlon variety show. The audience chooses the show order by picking cards from a deck and even determines parameters for some pieces created on the spot. Every performance is unique! As the onstage timer ticks down, The Fourth Wall will blow your mind with tricks, bust your gut with laughter, and maybe even bring a tear to your eye with beautiful music.
Every performance of "Fruit Flies" is different - from show order to parameters to repertoire. We're always adding new pieces, changing old pieces, and finding new ways to make our friends and fans join in. We strive to turn conventional classical music performances on their ear and leave our audiences with a good feeling in their belly.
For November/December performances try Fruit Flies Like a Banana: Holiday Extravaganza!
Program available in person, or live online.
Audience Limit: 250
Curriculum Connection: Music, Dance, Theater Arts
Fruit Flies Like a Banana in-person promo video
Remote Arts Learning Showcase video (4th Wall begins at 2:02)
Single Performance: $1,100
Additional Performances: $880
Travel: $100 per day
Pricing may vary for weekends/out-of-school time
Processing Fee of $45 added to all contracts
Provisions:
Parking and unloading: We drive two vehicles. One is a minivan, which carries our larger items, including the vibraphone. The closer we can get to the performance space with the van, the better. Once unloaded, we can park it wherever is best for the school.
Performance space needs:
- Access to power outlet in or near performance space to charge hoverboards during show setup
- 20' deep x 30' wide space is ideal. (16' deep x 20' wide minimum)
- Stage surface must be smooth, flat, and free of protruding objects, obstructive cracks, holes, splinters, etc. Marley flooring is not required, but the stage must be appropriate for dance and for objects on wheels, such as a vibraphone and hoverboards. Smooth, low-pile carpeting is occasionally acceptable.
- Direct access into the house from the stage is requested, enabling performers to go back and forth from the stage to the house with ease during the show.
- Fruit Flies Like a Banana has no sound system requirement. We perform live, acoustic music.
Arrival time: 90 minutes prior to show
Time needed between performances: 15 minutes
Strike Time: 45 minutes
Please introduce the artists as an Arts for Learning Massachusetts ensemble.
