The Little Mermaid
Touring 25th November 2010 - 30th January 2011
“Far out to sea the water is as blue as the petals on the loveliest cornflower and as clear as the purest glass. But it is very deep, deeper than any anchor rope can reach. Down there live the mermen….”
Available for booking to theatres, arts centres, and non theatre spaces such as community centres and village halls.
Written & Directed by Mary Swan
Devised by The Company
Designed by Sam Pine
Music by Paul Wild
Hans Christian Andersen's classic tale is brought to life by proteus in their unique style fusing physical theatre, circus, music and film. Beautiful, poignant, funny and full of fishy fun, this production is a brand new version of this beloved classic, suitable for the whole family.
Target Audience: Family fun from 5 years old+
Running Time: Approx. 2 hours including an interval
To bring The Little Mermaid to your venue we will need:
18' x 18' x 10' high (6m x 6m x 3m high) However we can adapt the playing space to suit your venue within reason - call us for details. The company tours with its own sound and lighting rig to community venues and provides a lighting plan for professional venues once the show is touring.
Proteus offers a free post show talk, or you can meet the actors in costume - please arrange this at time of booking. Proteus can also provide a tailored workshop in your venue at a discounted rate alongside the performance for group bookings.
To book this show please call Ross Harvie on 01256 354541 or e-mail ross@proteustheatre.com
Comments on The Princess and The Pea and The Lost Toy included...
“Brilliantly eccentric, clever and immediately accessible; highly recommended!”
- The Stage on 'The Princess and The Pea'
“First class performance; wonderful entertainment for all ages!”
- Audience member at Sparsholt Village Hall, Hampshire on at 'The Princess and The Pea'
“You engaged the childrens' imaginations instantly and they stayed part of your adventure to the end”
- Booker at Liss Infant School on ‘The Lost Toy'
