KD’s Performing Arts presents
The Loose Dick Kiddies Show
Directed and Written by Kylie Milne and Daryl Wrightson
A children’s show like never before, The Loose Dick Kiddies Show is a wild trip down memory lane and through the minefield of sexuality and social politics! Big kids from around NZ can see them during Auckland’s Pride Festival on 12th and 13th February, the Wellington Fringe from 3rd -6th March, and in Dunedin from 10th -12th March.
Join the hosts of The Loose Dick Kiddies Show, Lucy Flapp and Dick Dickson, in their 1970’s styled set as they pay homage to shows such as Playschool, Rainbow and, well, South Park. Named in the Best 5 Auckland Fringe 2015 Characters by Metro Mag, Lucy is a teacher by day and a stripper by night, whilst Richard is a failed actor with addictions and demons.
Who’s that tapping at the window? Why look everybody! It’s Loose and Dick, your hosts, here to show you a good time! Come in and watch the Children’s T.V. show that been refused air-time. Get ready for teddies, instruments, story time, quirky crafts, dance and even a party for Pat the Pre-op postman! All your favourite songs will play like ‘Deary me it’s the IRD’, ‘If you’re happy and you know it fiddle with a friend’ and ‘The drug dealer is the heart of your community’ – and let’s face it, no show would be complete without the appearance of Lucy’s beaver!
Created by those from a generation that has seen it all, this rude and raucous show is a cutting commentary on how society deals with social issues from transgender stereotypes to the Auckland housing crisis. The Loose Dick Kiddies Show premiered in the Auckland Fringe Festival 2015 as a late night show, and the sell-out houses and audience feedback has encouraged a return season and national tour.
Expect a heavy dose of reality in this unreal R18 bonanza of social criticism, sexual politics and happy-go-lucky fun. Meet all your favourite friends like Lily the Lesbian and Hump Me Dump Me, as the cast deliver a playful, humorous and entertaining show full of song, dance and expletives!
James Wenley, Metro Mag.
The Loose Dick Kiddies Show (R18) plays:
Auckland Pride Festival, Q Theatre Loft
12th and 13th Feb @10pm. Book at www.qtheatre.co.nz
Wellington Fringe, Bats Theatre
3rd -6th March @9pm. Book at www.bats.co.nz
Dunedin, Fortune Theatre Studio
10th -12th March @10.15pm. Book at www.fortunetheatre.co.nz