OPERAS FOR CHILDREN: LITTLE BEE DANA

Sunday, July 21    
New Park (near the Foundry), 8 p.m.
OPERAS FOR CHILDREN: LITTLE BEE DANA

THE VISOKO C [HIGH C] ASSOCIATION OF ARTISTS
Marija Cvijić, soprano
Branislav Cvijić, tenor
Ivan Nikolić, baritone
Marina Mikić, piano

PROGRAM

Petar Jovanović
Little Bee Dana, opera for children

Text adaptation, establishment of the new concept, and direction: Branislav Cvijić

The opera for children Little Bee Dana by composer Petar Jovanović premiered in 1987 in Zaječar. The Visoko C [High C] Association of Artists included this work in its repertoire primarily because of its cheerful and tender theme – conveying a message that only through diligence can one overcome moodiness and failure. The story revolves around Dana, who, alongside her friend – the faithful butterfly Šarko, diligently works throughout the day. Also part of the narrative is the ladybug Mara, an old acquaintance, who always brings joy to children. The plot thickens when the bumblebee Beda appears and steals honey. Šarko comes to the rescue, joining forces with Mara to defeat Beda. Realizing his mistake, Beda admits his fault, and in the end, everyone sings songs of happiness, celebrating a beautiful day, nature, and the little bee Dana who unites them all.

Partners of the program: