AWARD-WINNING theatre company Shared Experience is bringing the world première of Mermaid, its bold re-imagining of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy story of The Little Mermaid to the Courtyard Theatre in Leeds from March 25-28.
Shared Experience has created a participation project around Mermaid which is open nationally to young women aged 14-20.
In each of the cities the tour visits, the company is recruiting a chorus of young women who will be part of the production, performing on stage, and creating the sound of the mermaid’s singing.
Director Polly Teale said:“As well as joining us on stage, you will be part of a day long workshop and learn how we created the underwater world of the mermaids.
“We will explore questions about body image, self-esteem and the power of the media to affect sense of self.”
For more about how to take part contact Hannah Groombridge: 07799 114847; hannah.groombridge@oxfordplayhouse.com or visit sharedexperience.org.uk.
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