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Sarah Hook, Senior Lecturer in Law, Western Sydney University

Raygun’s claim against a parody musical may not stand up: here’s what the law says

Rachel Gunn, aka Raygun, is no stranger to controversy. In August the university lecturer went viral for her quirky, marsupial-inspired breakdancing at the Olympics.

Over the weekend, Gunn was back in the spotlight. Raygun: The Musical, a “parody exploration” of Gunn’s journey to the Paris Olympics from Australian comedian Steph Broadbridge, was cancelled due to a legal complaint from Gunn and her lawyers.

A statement from Gunn’s legal and management team cited “misuse of intellectual property” and the need to protect Raygun’s brand.

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