SNEAK PEEK WITH COMPOSER AMIE PARSONS PERFORMING HUMAN FOR A DAY, FROM THE LITTLE MERMAID
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THE LITTLE MERMAID
WATERMILL THEATRE
WEDNESDAY 26 NOVEMBER 2025 – SUNDAY 4 JANUARY 2026
Human for a Day
Written and performed by Amie Parsons
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Composer Amie Parsons said "Human for a Day explores the longing to experience life from a fresh perspective, whilst also appreciating what's already yours."
AMIE PARSONS BY LEE PARSONS (IMAGES AVAILABLE HERE)
Far beyond the Cornish coast, deep beneath the rolling waves lies the magical kingdom of the Seafolk. Merryn, daughter of the Sea King, eagerly awaits her birthday – the day she sees the world above the surface for the very first time.
Drawn towards a fishing boat and longing to discover more, Merryn is captivated by a world of twinkling lights and the charm of the Landfolk’s song. When a sudden storm strikes, she saves Cadan, a young fisherman who is thrown overboard. But, whilst Merryn’s been away, her home has been thrown into turmoil, and her younger brother is missing. Heartbroken, Merryn must choose whether to take a perilous bargain, risking everything to protect those she loves.
This magical new Watermill production of The Little Mermaid weaves together salty sea air, folk and sea shanty inspired songs, conjuring an ethereal world below the waves for this festive season.
The Little Mermaid will be directed by Elgiva Field, set and costume design by April Dalton, lighting design by Emma Chapman, sound design by Andrea J. Cox, movement direction by Petronella Wiehahn, musical supervision, arrangements and orchestrations by Candida Caldicot and puppet design by Naomi Oppenheim. The stage management team will be Cat Pewsey (CSM), Caitlin Ravenscroft (DSM), Natalie Toney (ASM), and Ellie Smallbone (ASM). Casting is by Cydney Beech. Eloise Pennycroft and Lixi Chivas will be integrated sign performers, with Lixi also providing audio description.
Elgiva Field, director of The Little Mermaid said "I’m excited to share our fairy-folk tale with audiences this Christmas. We’ve set our production of The Little Mermaid in a 19th century fishing village on a Cornish shore - where magic lies beneath the waves and mystery on land. A lively ensemble band of actor-musicians spin and sing our story; adventure and friendship amidst the tempests and twinkle of the stars.”
There will also be a Family Fun Day on 28 October, where families can enjoy an exciting range of activities themed around The Little Mermaid including storytelling, drama games, craft sessions, and a mysterious trail through the Watermill gardens. More info here.
