‘Meow Meow’s The Red Shoes’ remedies a haunting fairytale in Malthouse Theatre’s dazzling new show

Meow Meow – the internationally adored theatrical powerhouse – is bringing her latest spectacle to Melbourne’s Malthouse Theatre this November, following a hit season in Sydney.

Having bewitched and bewildered audiences the world over with her distinctly un-Disney reinventions of famous fairytales, including The Little Mermaid and Little Match Girl, the queen of late-night cabaret is set to turn another one of Hans Christian Andersen’s tales on its head with Meow Meow's The Red Shoes. 

Whether you know the story best for the original fable or its Oscar-winning 1948 adaptation, both versions punish its protagonist with a curse, forcing her into an endless dance. Meow Meow’s version asks: can she be saved from her fate? What does this punishment mean? 

Directed by Kate Champion (Force Majeure, Black Swan State Theatre Company), Meow Meow is joined on stage by Kanen Breen (The Black Rider), plus and multi-instrumentalists Mark Jones, Dan Witton, and Jethro Woodward (musical director). Expect Meow's signature blend of chaos and genius. Bold, hilarious and unexpectedly heartfelt – it's the kind of show that makes you leave in love with life again.

Catch Meow Meow’s The Red Shoes at Malthouse Theatre from November 19 to December 6. For more information and to book tickets, visit Malthouse Theatre’s website.