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3D Theatre Company
Richard Parker
Do we live in a world where coincidence is a reality or are we simply living in a world filled with so many people that sooner or later events of sheer coincidence are bound to happen? This comic two hander explores a chance encounter aboard a ferry between a man called Richard Parker and a darkly enigmatic stranger who through a series of revelations is set to change Richard's life forever.
Age range: 16+
www.cwmnitheatr3d.co.uk
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Eric's Tales of the Sea
Eric's Tales of the Sea
Gifted raconteur Eric has a story to tell; with the aid of astonishing visuals we get an insider's view of the mysterious world beneath the waves in a Nuclear Submarine. This superb show melds storytelling, comedy and theatre together to produce something: unique, riveting, funny and poignant. A classic buddy story, and nowhere are greater affinities formed between men, than in the harsh, unforgiving environment of a submarine on patrol in wartime conditions…
Age range: Ages 12 +
www.ericdotcom.co.uk
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Fairgame Theatre
Cinderella
Fairgame’s new production spins the record back to the 1970’s; the decade of discontent. Not your traditional Panto but a beautifully rich tale of family relationships, grief and first love all deliciously jumbled up with dangerously big flares and disco with a capital D. From down-at-heart to the heart and soul of the party, Cinderella’s timeless story, combined with a lyrical script directed by Greg Banks, diamond-encrusted tunes composed and directed by Thomas Johnson and a live band on stage, all ensure a high-energy, moving and unforgettable night. (Platform boots optional!)
Age range: Families with children 7+
www.fairgametheatre.com
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Finger in the Pie
Sweeny Todd
Roll up roll up and seize the once in a lifetime opportunity to witness the hanging of the infamous Sweeney Todd! Meet the monstrous murderer, hear his terrible tale, then watch him hang horribly for his grisly, ghastly and gruesome crimes. A deliciously depraved black comedy of slapstick humour, clowning, grotesque characters, physical storytelling, live cabaret music and german expressionistic, shadow, bunraku and marionette puppetry.
Recasting Sweeney Todd as a clown in the tradition of Buster Keaton and Charlie Chaplin, Sweeney Todd is an hilarious black comedy - combining slap stick humour, grotesque characters, physical storytelling and live cabaret music. Working with an international team of puppeteers and performers, Finger in the Pie Theatre Company have devised a brand new version of the classic Sweeney Todd myth. We have combined an aesthetic of the grotesque with physical storytelling, puppetry and live music to bring to life the seething underworld of Eighteenth Century London.
Age range: 12 +
www.fingerinthepie.com/sweeney
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Flying Panda
The Story Trader of Sichuan
Six performers and musicians – three Chinese and three English – come together to tell a wonderfully colourful story based on the incredible Face Changing technique of the Sichuan Opera.
With its tales of wise men, greedy emperors, silly monkeys and lovers who turn into snakes this collaboration with the world renowned Chongqing troupe will be a truly visual feast for all the family.
Age range: family
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Gonzo Moose
Is That Bolt in Your Neck?
A fast-paced, rollicking ride mixing spooky paranoia, surreal nightmare and frantic farce inspired by gothic horror movie classics of the 1930’S. As lightning flashes across the sky, the rugged silhouette of an old dark house looms into view. Lost in a storm, this seems like the only possible refuge – but what happens when you hear mysterious moaning in the middle of the night? Behind every door lurks unimaginable horror….With comedy and thrills galore you’ll gasp, laugh and be amazed at the horrific experiments, the mind-boggling love, and the sensational death-defying finale. This wonderfully inventive and gripping comedy horror features three fearless actors, playing over 30 roles in 75 minutes of fast-paced fun and thrilling action.
Age range: Age 8+
www.gonzomoose.co.uk
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Ian Keable
Nothing up My Sleeve
Accountant turned magician! Ian exposes some of the myths about magic performing - why mirrors are rarely used, how items are not secreted up the sleeve and why the hand is most definitely not quicker than the eye. He also illustrates different branches of the magical art such as reading minds, sleight of hand close up magic and his trademark laugh out loud comedy magic. Agreat evenings entertainment for adults and older children.
Age range: adults and older children
www.magicalcomedian.co.uk
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NTC
The Old Curiosity Shop
Its not about a shop at all. Dickens changed his mind. It’s a journey, a flight undertaken by the girl Nell and her gambling-addicted Grandfather. A flight from demons and enemies.
In this innovative and imaginative adaptation Little Nell and Quilp are played by the same female actor reflecting the struggle between good and evil. True to the inner life of the book this adaptation shows Dickens at his best, funniest and as a master of the grotesque.
Age range: Family with children aged 12+
www.northumberlandtheatre.co.uk
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Proteus
Houdini
Escapologist, magician, secret agent, lover husband, devoted son, enemy of the establishment, Harry Houdini was all and none of these things. His life remains a mystery, and his greatest trick remains his ability to escape interpretation, until now…Harry Houdini was an enigma in his own time, and the mysterious circumstances of his premature death have launched a thousand conspiracy theories ever since.
Using Proteus’ distinctive style of fusing physical performance, circus, film and music, Harry Houdini will be resurrected to tell his remarkable story of a truly self-made man and the myths that have made him a legend.
Age range: 12+
www.proteustheatre.com
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Strange Face
A Christmas Carol
Strangeface present an extraordinary adaptation of Charles Dickens classic Christmas ghost story. A heady cocktail of eccentric masks, wild puppets, and live music chills the spine and warms the heart. The enduring tale of skinflint Scrooge is moving and comic in equal measure and a perfectly memorable Christmas indulgence. This festive performance is suitable for all but the very young (7+) and includes the company’s ever-popular backstage tour
Age range: ages 7+
www.strangeface.co.uk
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Susanna Hamnett
Nearly Lear
The tragic tale of King Lear as told by his closest companion – the fool and devoted clown, Norris. An emotional rollercoaster that will entrance both lovers of Shakespeare and those new to his plays. using exuberant storytelling, music and film as well as rich poetic text to take its audience firmly into the heart of the story. This is a Lear that is that is profoundly accessible and fun whilst serving in spirit the emotional core of the play.
Age range: age 9+
www.susannahamnett.com
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Teatro Che Y Moche
Oua Umplute
Theatre, music and mayhem combine in an award winning gypsy celebration of love, life and death. A band of Spanish gypsy musicians invite you to their crazy party, to hear the entertaining and boisterous tale of their grandfather's burial. One of Spain’s leading street theatre companies brings their award winning new work. Drawing on the universal language of theatre and inspired by Eastern European and gypsy music traditions, the actor/musicians are led by a Ukrainian virtuoso violinist.
Age range: Family
www.cheymoche.com
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The Fablers
The Fablers
A fantastic, unique evening with two of Britain’s finest Storytellers. Join Peter Chand and Shonaleigh for stories as you’ve never heard them before! Tales of foolish kings, desperate housewives, and wasted wishes, alongside songs and riddles from around the globe. Follow these entertaining wordsmiths as they share stories that are dark, funny, cheeky, and thoughtful-all told without the aid of a safety net….
Age range: Ags 10+
www.fablers.co.uk
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Theatre Ad Infinitum Ltd
The Odyssey
One Actor. One hour. One man’s epic quest to reunite with his family and seek his bloody revenge. Passionate, highly physical, and rivetingly theatrical storytelling brings this breathtaking adventure to life. Extraordinarily skilful and highly entertaining. Winner of ‘The Stage Best Solo Performer 2009’, 'Best of the Fringe' (Observer)
Age range: 8+
www.theatreadinfinitum.co.uk
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Trifle Gathering Productions
Charity Shop Cabaret
An exciting concoction of cutting-edge theatre and surreal comedy. A hilarious journey into Elspeth Garter’s charity shop: a welcoming world of rummage and romance, jumble and joy, bingo and the bizarre. Not having had a customer for eight months, Elspeth and her trusty volunteers fill their days with high energy dance routines, titillating tea ceremonies and absurd frugal tips for frugal times - all set to the classic sounds of their vintage vinyl resident DJ. Immensely talented performers inhabit a bizarre world as the audience is whisked off on a fairground ride through the House of Hilarity.Cancel bingo and the yoga lesson and have a chortle with your chums at the Charity Shop Cabaret!
Age range: ages 8+
www.truewest.co.uk
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Unpacked
Jumping Mouse
Gorgonzola! Set on a red double-decker, Jumping Mouse is a totally full-throttle adventure guaranteed to get you absolutely revved up. Jump on the second bus! The driver’s saved you a seat. Come with us and meet a bull frog blues band, a clapped-out bison, a forgetful wolf... and a most unusual little mouse, who's about to have a very big adventure. Unpacked use live music and songs, puppetry, high-octane physicality and bits of a London bus to tell a magical story of growing up, adapted from a well-loved Native American folk tale.
Age range:
www.unpacked.org
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Vamos Theatre
Nursing Lives
Nursing Lives originates from the true stories from nurses, doctors and patients at the former Royal Worcester Infirmary. Nursing Lives is a human story that celebrates the expertise and escapades of nurses at work and play during the years of World War11. The tales are told through the eyes of Florence, a long retired nurse. We revisit her memories: in a series of harrowing, touching, funny, even naughty and above all unforgettable stories.
Age range: 8 upwards
www.vamostheatre.co.uk
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Watermill Theatre/ Two Gents Productions
Kupenga Kwa Hamlet
After their fantastic, fresh Two Gentlemen of Verona, they return with another two man Zimbabwean Shakespeare with a twist! Based on a corrupt, pirated version of the play we will bring you a provocative appropriation of Shakespeare’s masterpiece exploring the themes of returning home, family dynamics and life in a fractured, transitional society, set specifically in a contemporary Zimbabwean context. In Black History month.
Age range: 12+
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