Norton, Christopher - The Little Mermaid

Raising the curtain on Christopher Norton’s Micromusicals – exciting and accessible musicals for schools based on popular classroom teaching topics from the creator of the internationally-acclaimed Microjazz series. Designed for children aged 5 - 8, each production lasts around 30 minutes and can be learned, rehearsed and performed in as little as 2 days.Stage a real class act with this comprehensive and flexible resource:

* Succinct casting and direction suggestions 
* Optional props list with a wealth of additional downloadable resources 
* Straightforward and catchy songs, with complete demonstration and backing tracks on an accompanying CD 
* Voice and piano scores with guitar chords 
* A wide range of flexible easy band and orchestral parts available to download which can be played in conjunction with the backing tracks or as part of an independent live orchestral or band 
* Photocopiable lyric sheets (also available as downloads for printing or projection) 
* Wide-ranging cross-curricular teaching and classroom activity suggestions 
* A customisable poster to publicise performances 

The Little Mermaid is a classic fairy tale written by Hans Christian Anderson that was published in 1837. In this captivating new interpretation by Christopher Norton, the ocean-based story of hope, love, tragedy and redemption is told simply and effectively through brilliant and accessible songs, dialogue and movement.

Contents:

  - About Micromusicals
  - About The Little Mermaid
  - About The Micromusicals CD
  - Scenery & Props
  - Cast list
  - Costume & Direction suggestions
  - Script
  - Songs: Wlcome to the ocean world
  - At the bottom of the sea
  - I wish that I could travel
  - I have you in my arms
  - This potion will give you legs
  - I can't do this
  - Down, down at the bottom of the sea
  - Curriculum links
  - Cd track listing