The MECC and Shock Therapy Arts present Consumed
Highlights
- Experience dark comedy that critiques our obsession with influencers and consumerism at The MECC in Mackay.
- Engage with a gripping narrative about a girl with Pica, highlighting the absurdity of modern fame.
- Discover the satirical twists in a story that escalates from innocent outsider to internet sensation.
- Enjoy convenient facilities like a bar and cafe, making your visit comfortable and enjoyable.
Dark comedy, disturbing, hilarious, grotesque
Consumed is a new original dark comedy that takes a razor-sharp look at our obsession with influencers, consumerism, and the hidden cost of turning people into commodities.
Inspired by the astonishing true story of a man who ate an entire aeroplane, consumed is a story about a 14-year-old girl, Jane who has a rare medical condition, Pica, who becomes a popular influencer by eating inedible objects.
The show details her journey from an innocent outsider to a burnt-out internet sensation, driven by her parents and a manipulative manager. The story escalates with a “plane-eating” stunt, leading to a copycat incident with tragic consequences. Jane faces backlash and criminal charges, culminating in a final “act of redemption” that is revealed to be a satirical statement on the “feeding frenzy” surrounding online celebrities. CONSUMED is an exploration of the nature of social media and human connection.
Duration: 55 minutes
Suitability: Grade 7 – 12
Warning: Low-level course language
Images and Video
Dates & times
- Next occurrence: reoccurring
Accreditations
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
- Queensland Tourism Industry Council
Features
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Companion Cards are accepted.
Hearing
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- A hearing loop is available.
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