Kiki and Zuki

Kiki and Zuki brings shadow puppetry and performative storytelling to kids and families. Kiki, a dreamer from the Moon, and Zuki, a curious Earthling, embark on a journey of friendship, understanding, and connection beyond words.

Step into a world of shadows and light, where two unlikely friends go on a journey of discovery!

Inspired by the artist’s own migrant journey to Australia and decades of living between two cultures, Kiki and Zuki tells the story of Kiki, a quiet dreamer from the Moon, and Zuki, a curious Earthling. They see the world in different ways and try to find new ways to understand each other. Through beautiful shadow puppetry and heartfelt performative storytelling, Kiki and Zuki take you on a magical journey of friendship, understanding, and finding connection beyond words.

Kiki and Zuki includes a 25 min show + 20 mins short workshop of shadow puppet

About

Who is this for?

The show is designed for ages 6 and up but welcomes audiences of all ages.

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  • Photo: Courtesy of Banyule Council

  • Photo by Lorris Nguan Wee Yong

    Photo: Lorris Nguan Wee Yong

  • Photo: Kien Faye Lee

  • Photo: Teo Swee An

Upcoming events

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Past events

2025
March
Maribyrnong City Council as part of Cultural Diversity Week 2025
Bluestone Church Arts Space
Footscray, Australia

2024
September
Banyule Community Health & Ivanhoe Library and Cultural Hub
Melbourne, Australia

August
Melaka Art and Performing Fest
Melaka, Malaysia

May
First development at Ivanhoe Library and Cultural Hub

Team

Co-creator, visual art and performer 
Youbi Lee

Co-creator, concept and performer 
Taka Takiguchi (滝口貴)

Sound designer and composer
Ai Yamamoto

Acknowledgement of support

Kiki and Zuki was assisted by Melaka Festival 2024 (Tony Yap) for an in-kind performance space at Baboon house in Melaka Malaysia.

Kiki and Zuki was conceived, developed, and presented in 2024 with support from the Banyule City Council’s Arts and Culture program team.

Audience Feedback

  • “I deeply connected with this story as an immigrant from Ireland. It’s a fantastic show that resonates with both parents and kids alike.”

    - Parent

  • “My kids absolutely loved the shapes of Kiki and Zuki! A few weeks later, they even drew them from memory, which truly amazed me. I was surprised by how much shadow puppetry sparked their creativity— Thank you!”

    - Parent

  • “As an immigrant myself, I couldn’t hold back my tears, even though I wasn’t sure why I was crying. It was a really touching work, and I recommend to all migrant parents too (not only for kids)”

    - Parent

  • “Our kids (6, 9, and 12 years old) each enjoyed the show and post-show activity in their own unique way. It was wonderful to see how it engaged them differently! I highly recommend it for families with kids of various ages.”

    - Parent

  • “My kids had never seen an overhead projector before or knew how to use one. It was amazing to watch the artists bring it to life right in front of us, allowing us to experience shadow puppetry in a whole new way!”

    - Parent

  • “These shadow puppet with multi cultural storyline are a gift”

    - Parent

For presenters and future partners

Please contact any enquiry via email hello@impermanenceproductions.com

We are happy to send you;

  • Full length video documentation

  • Artistic materials

  • Technical rider

  • Estimate tour & performance costs

Presenters’ Feedback

  • "It was delightful to see the development and presentation of 'Kiki and Zuki' as part of Banyule City Council’s Arts and Culture program. The work cleverly weaved diverse shadow puppetry techniques and movement with nuanced migration stories inspired by the artist's own experience, to create a show tailored for children and families. The experience was truly special and unique for our community and all performance sessions were booked out across two venues. We received feedback noting that the work was both entertaining and enriching for children and adults, and particularly resonated with parents from migrant backgrounds. We strongly recommend "Kiki and Zuki" for your communities as well. B"

    - Arts and Culture Program, Banyule City Council October 2024