Friday & Saturday on the Fringe

Pearl:  Secrets of the Sea

Captivating the world on a grand scale for 40 years with its jaw-dropping form of spectacular street theatre, world renowned French company Plasticiens Volants returns to the Fringe this year in Pearl: Secrets of the Sea. Featuring giant inflatables, this extraordinary show combines huge floating, underwater creatures with dramatic lighting and music to tell an unforgettable story. Are you awake? Or dreaming?

Renowned worldwide, this outdoor performing arts spectacle made its U.S. debut at Rochester Fringe in 2017 to an enthralled audience of more than 20,000 festival goers. Using their giant inflatable puppets, Plasticiens Volants’ two performances will begin with a promenade down Chestnut Street and East Avenue, as the creatures swim to Parcel 5, where a dramatic story involving a gigantic sea serpent, an enormous octopus, and a precious pearl will unfold for audiences of all ages.

How to Enjoy Plasticiens Volants in Pearl:  Secrets of the Sea

The show is an immersive aerial experience and will occur above and around attendees. Catch the creatures as they begin their “swim” down the street when they begin at East and Chestnut.  They will soon find a home at Parcel 5.

Wear comfortable shoes as you’ll be standing, walking, and becoming part of the show beneath these spectacular giant inflatables. Get your smartphones out and tag us with #rocfringe19.  We want to see your WOW.

In order to protect the safety of the performers and spectators, lawn chairs will NOT be allowed on Parcel 5. There will an area for lawn chairs in a separate, dedicated place away from the immediate performance space for everyone’s safety. Courtesy seating in bleachers will be available on a first-come, first-served basis with special consideration for those in need.