As part of Netflix’s “MerPeople” series, which introduces viewers to the mermaiding community, we get to meet a number of fascinating individuals, such as Mermaid Sparkles, who felt trapped in Arkansas, Mermaid Che Monique, the organization’s founder, and The Blixunami, who identified as a non-binary merm. The introduction of Morgana Alba, a performer, the creator of the Circus Siren Pod, and a pillar of the neighbourhood, however, made the audience’s excitement soar. Morgana didn’t start mermaiding until 2012, which is noteworthy because she also emphasised how the scene has changed significantly in recent years. Now that the cameras are off, let’s look into Morgana’s life and see where she is right now, shall we?
Who Is Morgana Alba?
Morgana has always had a passion for the performing arts, but she didn’t become interested in mermaids until 2012. Instead, she enrolled at Penn State University after her high school diploma to pursue an engineering degree. She did, however, gradually come to understand about the mermaiding society over the years, including how some people enjoyed dressing up as mermaids and performing in the sea to fulfil their desires. Morgana was incredibly intrigued by the idea that mermaiding required more practise and expertise than just fancy dress. Because the way of living was seen as a performing art, Morgana quickly adapted and became into a professional mermaid in 2012.
Unfortunately, performing as a mermaid back in 2012 was much more difficult because the performers had to put themselves through demanding training regimens and most had no idea how to handle the serious health problems they were likely to develop. Additionally, the only gigs available for mermaids were at festivals and parties, and even those didn’t pay well, requiring the majority of them to pursue other day employment. However, Morgana was not one to give up so easily. She persisted in following her love while establishing a name for herself in the performing arts field. She actually participated in a number of prominent performances, with Gris by VADT, The Nut-Cracker: A Burlesque Ballet, The Jeff and Coca Show, and Ms. Goose and the Naughty Tails among the most notable. In addition, Morgana earned multiple awards for her performance and circus skills while serving as an instructor at CombatCon 2016.