Production still for "Meow Meow's Little Mermaid". Meow Meow. Photographer: Prudence Upton
Meow Meow's Little Mermaid (2016)
By Meow Meow
28 January 2016 – 14 February 2016 Merlyn Theatre
Malthouse Theatre,
Music Theatre Cabaret
A decidedly un-Disney cabaret, where sexy spectacle drips into a bittersweet take on what constitutes a ‘happy ending’. Post-postmodern diva Meow Meow raucously subverts Hans Christian Andersen’s mermaid tale of teen self-sacrifice, salvation and seduction. A world of old sea shanties and hymns from the Titanic gives way to a glittering array of contemporary originals, as she sails to a land of altered hearts, minds and body parts.
Performed at the Merlyn after a season as part of the Sydney Festival (6-23 January). Went on to perform in the Perth International Arts Festival (24-28 February), Auckland Arts Festival (9-13 March) and Brisbane Festival (15-24 September).
Cast
Creatives
Creator, Writer, Lyricist
Dramaturg
Lighting Designer
Composer
Choreographer
Director
Comedy Director
Composer
Stage Manager
Set Designer, Costume Designer
Composer
Composer
Assistant Stage Manager
Composer
Composer
Musical Director, Musician, The Siren Effect Orchestra
Musician, The Siren Effect Orchestra
Musician, The Siren Effect Orchestra
Musician, The Siren Effect Orchestra
Musician, The Siren Effect Orchestra
Acknowledgements
This production has been assisted by the Australian Government’s Major Festivals Initiative in association with the Confederation of Australian International Arts Festivals, Sydney Festival, Perth International Arts Festival and Malthouse Theatre.
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