One-Act
Theatre for Young Audiences
3W, 2M, flexible

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The Little Mermaid


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Synopsis

Awakened by a thunderstorm in the middle of the night, a family passes the time by weaving their own wondrous and joyful mermaid tale, using comedy, music, and dance to bring the timeless story of love and adventure to life. Hans Christian Andersen’s once cautionary tale about a disobedient girl is transformed into a magical journey that encourages young people to listen to their hearts and choose the right path even when it’s a difficult one.

Casting & Production


Casting

Little Sister/Little Mermaid — Female/Non-Binary

Big Sister/Big Sister Mermaid/Lady in Waiting — Female

Charlie/The Prince — Male/Non-Binary

Mom/The Sorceress/Conjoined Seahorse — Female

Dad/The Apprentice/Conjoined Seahorse — Male


Setting

Place
A kid’s bedroom with an under-the-sea theme.

Time
Present day.