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PLAYBILL – The Mayfly, Animated Short Film From Betty Buckley, Sets World Premiere
Created, written, and narrated by Tony winner Buckley, The Mayfly is a love letter to music and New York City.
The Mayfly, an animated short film created, written, and narrated by Tony winner Betty Buckley, will make its world premiere at the American Documentary and Animation Film Festival in Palm Springs, California, March 24.
The short film was inspired by an event witnessed by Buckley at a Judy Collins concert at the Café Carlyle.
Buckley states, “What I observed was so lovely—a mayfly, dancing as if part of the show itself. From this experience, the story of Megalyn emerged. It’s a film that I hope encourages us to embrace our passions and break free from societal norms.”
Animated traditionally in 2D, The Mayfly is the story of Megalyn Mayfly, who goes against all expectations and dedicates her short life to music and dance on a quest that takes her from Central Park West to the Upper East Side’s Carlyle Hotel.
The Mayfly is directed by Emmy nominee Sue Perrotto with music composed by Grammy nominee Christian Jacob. BluBlu Studios is the animation house. The creative team also includes character designer Eugene Salandra, production designer Meryl Rosner, and storyboard artist Viki Anderson.
Melissa Coolidge and Bradford Coolidge produced with Buckley and Perrotto serving as executive producers.
