Dominic Corr posted: " https://youtu.be/svAU15UI6t0 Produced by Maas Theater ★★★★ Two world rulers engaged in a series of childish, fruitless vanity projects struggle to find any sense of common ground as they allow their petulance to get in the way as they gro" http://corrblimey.uk
Two world rulers engaged in a series of childish, fruitless vanity projects struggle to find any sense of common ground as they allow their petulance to get in the way as they grow more aggressive in their tactics to outdo one another. How unrealistic…
Producers of dance and theatre, Rotterdam-based company Maas Theater bring BullyBully to the Traverse Theatre for its run during the Edinburgh International Children's Festival. This is an extravagant, though accessible, production which channels physical storytelling with bright colours and movement to share the tale of two world leaders: one dressed in pink, another from a kingdom of green. Sporting chaps initially, each erects a narcissistic bust in their own image, present throughout the production. And while their hostility is initially what one would expect on the international stage, eventually their egos get in the way as insults are hurled, boundaries crossed, and swords drawn ready for battle.
The black-box studio of the Traverse 2 houses the minimalist set perfectly - a backdrop and floor with contrasting shades of lurid pink and striking green serve well in a stripped-back, modernist staging where the performance is the principal focus. BullyBully 's humour leaps out from the stage thanks to the extremely expressive presence of its two leads, robed in over-the-top regalia, fitted with that funny little thing which makes some people's paycheques more valuable, a man's moustache.
Language is almost non-existent in this accessible farce of childish men with too much influence and power, save for a few gargles and the occasional musical number consisting of various manners and languages to use the words: "no" and "yes". Indeed, for a production where movement and clowning is the principal communication device, this musical for young audiences sounds rather exceptional in its score and brief musical sequences.
A comedic toddler musical with as much attitude as any pair of bickering world leaders, BullyBully drags the egos of childish men and turns them into a sport of ridicule for eager audiences. Parents will undoubtedly recognise sibling disputes and the everlasting battle for attention from the two leaders, but Maas Theater's show offers a delightfully humorous fifty minutes for younger audiences and introduces them to elements of sharing, compromise, and humility. It's a charming, colourful, and well-conceived musical for toddlers with a happy ending and plenty of laughter.
Drags the Egos of Childish Men
BullyBully runs at the Traverse Theatre until June 4th. Running time - fifty minutes without interval. Suitable for ages 3+ Tickets for which may be obtained here. Photo Credit - Kamerich & Budwilowitz
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