Works in Development

CAT AND FISH

Two siblings are trapped inside on hot summer’s day. Too hot to go outside, one wants to read, the other wants to play. Tempers flare when they struggle to share their space. But, through entering the story of Cat and Fish, the siblings work through their annoyance and find a way to exist together.

Inspired by the award-winning children’s book CAT AND FISH by Neil Curtis and Joan Grant, this new work in collaboration with Ben Grant, is a beautiful reflection on how seeming adversaries can learn to live together through a shared respect and understanding. It is a timely work for these troubled times.

For children 2-8 years. Non-verbal. 2 puppeteers + 1 technician.

Creative Team

Ben Grant & Sarah Kriegler; co-writers

Jacob Williams; co-creator, puppet designer & puppet construction

Addy Chisholm; set and costume design

Ben Grant; composition and sound design

John Lloyd Fillingham; animation

Richard Vabre; lighting design

Producers; Parrot Ox

Contact; Lauren lauren@parrotox.com.au

The creative development of this work was made possible by funds from the Betty Amsden Foundation.