story Dr Phil-style, starting with the doomed friendship of Poison Dart Tree Frog (William Law) and ninja turtle Michelangelo (William Sudell). Then there’s the woeful tale of Cane Toad (Jasper Johnson) who failed miserably on Australia’s Biggest Loser and was promptly run over by a jeep. They then discover that Hermin the frog is, in fact, a back-stabbing puppet and try to destroy him. Eventually Dionysus is released in order to find and resurrect the architect of the most disgusting reality TV shows of all time – Jane Austen, of course. Next we meet the formidable and feisty duo of Hades (Ryan Primus) and his stolen wife Persephone (Lucy Aitken), who try to set aside their marital difficulties in order to aide Dionysus’ mission. Once Shakespeare is found, his nemesis Jane Austen (Daisy Prosser) shows up, prompting a battle of the writers in the first ever Acting with the Stars! A ridiculous theatrical competition takes place, featuring the Horny Toad (Ed Davidson) as Elizabeth Bennett in Pride and Prejudice: Froggy Style and a bizarre ballroom scene from Romeo and Juliet set to the tune of “Crazy Frog”. Shakespeare wins over the judges, Dionysus whips him away back to the world of the living and the frogs are left ribbiting, while the persecuted Hermin (Ollie Jones) appears to exact his revenge on them all. It has been an incredible opportunity to work with such enthusiastic and extraordinarily talented young people, turning this archaic tale into amusement for the masses. A great deal of dedication from staff and students, whether on stage or toiling tirelessly in the background, truly brought this play to life. We acknowledge with gratitude all the passionate and generous contributions that have allowed us to create the world of The Frogs: A Modern Adaptation . Nikki Bleyendaal Director
Christ’s College Canterbury
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