I Once Was A Tree
- About the Work
- Touring & Tech
- Marketing & Engagement
A loving and humorous story about dear old Norah
Synopsis
Norah is a resident in aged care. She laments the aches and pains that rack her body but also sings about the treasured memories of days gone by. Visits from her son, Andy, give her something to look forward to and help her to stay connected to the world.
Short Reviews
Mal Webb and Kylie Morrigan
Philip Millar, Artistic Director PuppetVison
Video
Technical Information
Lighting
a simple general lighting state for dusk performances and indoor performances
no lighting required for outdoor daytime performances if generally in a well lit space
Audio
no audio requirements – wireless headsets and amp travel with the show
Staging
a minimum space of approximately 2.5/3 by 2.5/3 m
Crew Notes
an ASM to manage the performance space and audience would be ideal
Transport Notes
1 tonne van
Audience & Marketing Notes
Kids and Families
Anyone who has a mother, had a mother, or is a mother
People with an experience of a loved-one in aged care
Anyone with a heart
People who want to laugh
People who want to cry
Music lovers
Puppetry appreciators
Theatre goers and non-theatre goers alike
I Once Was A Tree is both fun and moving. The puppets bring a sensitivity to a difficult issue. The format of the show is unusual as it can be performed outdoors, in non-traditional performance spaces, allowing anyone to enjoy the show. It’s a short work involving puppets of various styles and scale, with original live music making it an unexpected little gem.
Selling Points
- Fits in a van with a short bump-in/bump-out.
- Can be performed outdoors.
- Outdoor space can be scouted for each specific town
- Can also be performed indoors when weather conditions are unsuitable for outdoor performance.
- Tech requirements will be minimal as most lighting and sound requirements will travel with the show.
Community Engagement
Details
Contact
Katrina
Gaskell
0409 139 243
Genre
Audience
family, intergenerational
Venue Format
Flat floor, street sites, hall, verandah, foyer
Duration
approx 15 Minutes
Available Until (from - to)
01/05/2024
Budget & Fees
What are these? Find out more.In Development - work which will be produced and premiered in time for touring during 2022/2023. Please contact the Producer directly for Budgets and Fees.
Remount: $1,600
Weekly Sell Off: $N/A
Per Performance: $1,200
