Keywords: theatre, multidisciplinary art, accessible art
Part fantasy, part reality, with huge dollops of whimsy, Niall McNeil’s BBML (Beauty and The Beast: My Life) transports audiences into a vibrant realm that references Disney and Cocteau but charts its own unique narrative path through Niall’s experiences and multi-faceted art practice.
BBML is a celebration of movement and the power of imagination, combining Niall’s dialogue, lyrics and paintings, with the performers swirling through space and time, to a seriously catchy musical score by Veda Hille, that’s sure to challenge your perceptions and delight audiences of all ages. This is a highly original interdisciplinary performance, the likes of which you’re unlikely to experience on stage again any time soon.
BBML has been designed with accessibility for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community, with descriptive, live captioning offered at each performance.
About the Artist
Niall McNeil identifies as a practising multidisciplinary artist with Down Syndrome. Beauty and the Beast: My Life marks Niall’s directorial debut, in addition to creating the story and visual art in the play. Niall has assembled an incredible team of collaborators and performers who have come together to centre his unique approach to art-making.
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Project Details
- Currently based in Vancouver, British Columbia
- Access rider available
- Budget available
- Contact tour manager Jason Dubois for additional information and/or booking
