The Worm
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Created and Performed by Taylah Whelan
Directed by Caitlin Soennichsen
Produced by SKINT
Sound Design by Ari Jamieson
Animatronics by Max Arnold
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★★★★
‘Burst out loud laughs’ - Hugging Comedians‘Great comedic timing and witty one liners’ -R L Smith
’Felt like an autistic-gen-z-fleabag … excitingly different’ - Ryan Hamilton‘You’re left laughing, squirming, and marvelling’ - My Melbourne Arts
‘A clever, hilarious, and insightful show about the visceral horror of being vulnerable and connecting with people.’ - Melbourne Fringe Judges Pick
‘A charming, silly, perceptive, touching and endearing show.’ - Melbourne Fringe Judges Pick
‘A witty and accomplished show.’ - Melbourne Fringe Judges Pick
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2025:
Club Voltaire, Melbourne International Comedy Festival
The Motley Bauhaus, Melbourne Fringe Festival
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'This show will worm its way into your heart. Taylah is a wonderful performer who has created a very special show'
'A sharp tender and incredibly written one woman show'
'The Worm is a revelation'
'Great use of audio and giant worms. Relatable AND funny!'
'A beautiful, self-aware yet sincere comedic/dramatic hour with the absurdity that makes Fringe Fringe’
Tackling the horrors of modern dating and crushing anxiety - all while being haunted by a giant worm
'The Worm' is an original and heartfelt story of vulnerability, standing up for yourself and worms.
This semi-autobiographical show follows protagonist Taylah as she embarks on dates with a hot (terrible) man, a chronically online screenwriter, and her biggest nightmare - someone who’s actually well adjusted. All the while accompanied by a giant animatronic worm, who’s intentions slowly become clear.
Blending the Twilight Zone and stand up comedy to explore themes of perseverance, shame, and the delicate balance between self doubt and self discovery.
Photos by Ari Jamieson
Poster Design by Angel Donald
Show Photos by MJR Snaps
Special Thanks to Fin McLachlan
Interested in Programming The Worm?