Lucky Cat

Lucky Cat is a sweet and joyous piece of family theatre, presented by Monkey Brain for Subilicious and Fringe World

Alex is the unluckiest child in the world, and everything seems to go wrong for her - her parents have split, her teacher never picks her and she doesn’t win colouring competitions - until she meets Tet - the luckiest cat in the world. Together they embark on an epic adventure to find Fate and get back Alex’s luck.

Beautiful storytelling, with some likeable performers and gorgeous puppets - this is a kids’ show that treats its audience as highly intelligent - never talking down to its audience and unafraid to use sophisticated language and complex concepts including fate and self-worth.

Caitlin McFeat as Alex is loveable - an adult performer who captures the essence of a child and is believable as a girl of around 10. Tristan McInnes is the chief puppeteer playing Tet, and a number of other puppets - bringing them to life with flair. The performers’ ability to transfer puppets between them, without ever losing the puppets’ “life” is particularly impressive.

Lovely voice performances from St John Crowcher (Fate) and Ella Etherington (Mum) add interest and allow our focus to remain on Alex and the puppets. 

The show features a unique and creative set design by Leon Hendroff - who also designed the beautiful puppets. It has an impressive lighting design by Peter Young and features lovely sound and composition by Rebecca Riggs-Bennet. 

Special mention to the program (a rare and special gift to reviewers during Fringe) which includes a make-your-own puppet so that younger audiences can continue their creative involvement with the show at home - a wonderful way to encourage young puppeteers and theatre-makers.

A show for children that parents love - it would be great to see this debut work have further life.

Kimberley Shaw

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