In this production the role of music is as important (and sometimes more) than the words as it often creates soundscapes or moods that fill the entire space (…) A whole array of sound images appears and audiences can even make out a boat sinking to the bottom of the sea, a boat that will turn back into a piano. This moment is particularly delightful. »
A fascinating production of musical theatre for children (…) It is absolutely marvellous. 50 minutes of unbroken attention for a roomful of children. »
The children in the audience roar with laughter. They readily recognize a baby crying, someone snoring and are easily taken by this almost wordless story. »
Sophie explores, expresses and explodes thanks to the invaluable instrument (the piano) which, according to its mood, spits, cackles, or sings the emotions of the young girl. Its keys are given over to the sweetness or the excitation we see in Sophie; the young members of the audience discover not only the instrument, but their own musical abilities. »