This warm-hearted and visually beautiful play introduces audiences to the world of the Kalevala and the unique qualities of the bee. Even our ancestors understood the bee's importance in maintaining nature’s balance. It is the smallest hero of our national epic – the honey-winged one, the favorite bird, and the king of flowers…

The performance takes the audience on a buzzing adventure with the little insect. The young and wild Lemminkäinen has been injured, and his mother turns to the bee for help. The bee is given the task of finding a healing balm – the "nectar of life" – to restore Lemminkäinen. Joining the journey is storyteller Arhippa Kieleväinen, who wishes to witness the events firsthand.

The tale is told through clowning, storytelling, puppetry, and mime. At the heart of the play lies a beautiful message: even the smallest creature can be a great hero, and good deeds are always rewarded. In 2024, the Kalevala was awarded the European Heritage Label – this epic remains timeless and is an essential part of our living cultural heritage!

More Information about the performance:

Direction: Oswald Basten

Performers: Anna Louhelainen and Oswald Basten, Puppet Theatre ANNOS

Recommended age group: Ages 3 and up (also suitable for younger audiences)

Duration: 30 minutes. After the performance, there is an opportunity to meet the puppets and performers.

The language of the performance is Finnish.

Schedule:

October 25 at 1 PM / Sello Library

October 26 at 3 PM / Entresse Library

November 2 at 3 PM / Lippulaiva Library

November 22 at 2 PM / Tapiola Library

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Mehiläisen laulu (The Song of the Bee)

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