Stand by Mother. The Film
“Stand By Mother” When a mysterious book comes alive in the hands of a curious boy, he finds himself on a magical, musical journey without ever leaving his garage. Dance, song and aerial performance combine as Felix learns about planet Earth and the dangers it faces in this moving and charming eco-fable for kids, by kids.
Based on a stage play and filmed entirely in an intimate theatrical setting, STAND BY, MOTHER uses non-professional child actors to bring an authenticity and a playfulness to its urgent themes. As Felix navigates his adventure alongside a cast of quirky characters, he learns through music and dance that he can shape not just his own future but the future of us all.
Blending theatre and cinema, education and enchantment, STAND BY, MOTHER brings the climate crisis to life in an inspiring and unforgettable way.
Written & Directed By Kerrilee Gore
A NSNO & Shimmy Shimmy Production
Starring Dakota Lotus & Emmett Long
Original Score by Bobby Tahouri
Aerial & Acro Choreography Autumn Lotus
The Characters
Lola The love Bug: empathy, compassion, love
Trisha The Trash Girl: facts on recycling
Talulah The Protector of plants and trees: deforestation and affect it has on climate change
Viggo The Virtual Warrior: teaches the importance of disconnecting from technology to connect with humans and with nature
Willa & Winona The Goddesses of Water: water conservation & importance of our oceans
Busy Bee Bots: importance of bees to our ecosystem
Stomping Sisters: stomping racism and inequality away. treat everyone with respect. One kind. Human kind.
Musicians: the importance of music art and poetry to our world
Eleanor The Fearless Guardian of Endangered Species: protect animals from
Going extinct
Oola The Oracle: predicts what will happen if we don’t act now.
Izzy Galaxy: keeps you humble and provides hope. Lets you know that your dreams can become a reality.
Winnie the Wizardess of Wisdom: She lets us know that it is not just up to the children. It is up to all of us to help serve the earth.
Stand by Mother. The Play
stills of Stand By Mother
the Team
Creative Director & Writer Kerrilee Gore
Choreography, Direction, & Dance Department Jason & Valeree Young Of 8 & 1 Creative www.8and1creative.com
Aerial choreography Autumn Lotus
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