Ada, Asmin & The Analytical Engine | 13 Oct

Presented by Lemony S Puppet Theatre & Parrot Ox as part of Melbourne Fringe Festival

Asmin, a newly-arrived Turkish refugee, is struggling with remote learning, when a magical cat (and the wonders of cyberspace) lead her to Victorian era mathematician Ada Lovelace. Together, connected across time, they find commonality in numbers and philosophy, and inspiration to follow their dreams.

In this imagined place, shaped by real events, we explore how far we have come in education rights for girls, how far we have to go, and the world altering shifts that occur when we empower young women to reach their full potential.

Made in collaboration with math teacher and Turkish refugee Bilge Aslan, the story combines the real-life experiences of girls worldwide who have been denied an education, with the story of Ada Lovelace and her world-altering inventions. It’s an inspiring new adventure told through the beautiful magical realism for which Lemony S Puppet Theatre are renowned.

Suitable for ages 7+

About Lemony S Puppet Theatre

Creative Team
Written by Sarah Kriegler with Deniz Aslan
Directed by Sarah Kriegler & Jacob Williams
Dramaturgy - Ben Grant
Set, costume design, puppet design & puppet construction - Tamara Rewse (Things Of Foam and Wood)
Lighting design - Bronwyn Pringle
Sound design & composition - Meena Shamaly & Natalie Jeffreys
Performers/puppeteers - Asmida Aslan, Ada Williams Kriegler, Fiona Macleod, Oz Malik
Producer - Dans Sheeran (Parrot Ox)
Production management - Dave Farmer
Stage management - Holly Anderson