The Little Mermaid

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

Overview

Awakened by a thunderstorm in the middle of the night, a family passes the time by weaving their own wonderous 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.