Baba Yaga and the Black Sunflower July 18, 2008

This original tale is based on traditional Russian stories about Baba Yaga, an ancient sorceress with iron teeth who lives in a hut built on chicken legs. It is the story of Maryushka, a young orphan girl, and her struggle to find her place in the world. Misunderstood and rejected by her village, she journeys deep into the forest to the home of Baba Yaga, where both her wit and will are tested. Songs inspired by the folk music of Russia and Lithuania enrich the tale.