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2024 -The Man Who Thought He Knew Too Much? by Voloz Collective

Roger, a Frenchman in 1960s New York, has spent years following the same predictable routine until a minor delay saves him from an explosion. Throwing his orderly world into chaos, Roger chases his would-be assassins around the globe getting caught up in ever more humorous and endlessly inventive adventures. Voloz Collective, a theatre company trained at the world-renowned Jacques Lecoq physical theatre school, delights and stuns with live, original music and virtuosic acrobatics in this multi-award-winning, international crime comedy, full of accusations, accidents, and a variety of accents.

2024 -Lost In The Woods by Hawk & Hill Theatre

‘Once upon a time, a brother and sister got lost in the woods’... That’s how the story usually goes. But this time, the characters aren’t just lost in the woods – they’ve lost their way in their own fairytale! After the narrator accidentally drops the book and scrambles the pages, Hansel and Gretel are sent on a journey through other well-known tales. Each scene must be played out for the narrator to turn the page, the only way for them to piece together their own story. Hawk & Hill presents an absurd comedy offering a fresh and original twist on beloved fairytales. With boundless imagination and a generous helping of humour, Arran Hawkins and Hila Meckier deliver a stunning performance that’s guaranteed to delight and entertain.

2023 -Who Stole My Hammer? by Mythfits Theatre

Who were the Vikings? Where did they come from? And most importantly… what stories did they like to hear before going to bed? Myth-Fits Theater presents the crazy and wonderful world of Norse mythology in an interactive adventure presented in classic English 'storytelling' style! Fun facts, unbelievable stories and a bit of magical chaos are all you need to help Thor, the God of Thunder, recover his magic hammer stolen by a mysterious thief. Will Thor and his friends find the cunning thief before the hammer is used for evil?

2023 -On Your Bike by Chordstruck Theatre

Gemma and Aidan deliver food they can't afford for the mega-corporation Eatsaroo - but things get complicated when it cuts their pay and starts interfering with their budding romance. The young heroes find out that completing their education and entering adulthood is just the beginning, and the question 'What's next?' can be answered by no one else but themselves. Faced with the injustice of capitalism, they decide to join forces with the owner of a local, failing takeaway and face the bosses, but fighting an algorithm worth billions of dollars is not that easy.

2020-2022 COVID-19 closure

2019 -A Midsummer Night's Droll by Owle Schreame

A wild, rough, raucous and ridiculous reimagining; a version of A Midsummer Night's Dream from the 1640s, originally adapted for illegal performance whilst theatre was outlawed, over 350 years ago. The Merry Conceited Humours of Bottom the Weaver has remained unperformed since. Until now. Join The Owle Schreame and make history once more, as Shakespeare spins in the ground beneath you. Folk costumes made from straw, puppets made of gourds, silly songs and strange fairy lore.

2019 - Cream Tea by Peracals Productions

We follow top toff Eddie Spangler and his unflappable valet, Jeffrey, as a simple matchmaking quest quickly deteriorates into a race against time when the Machiavellian forces of the aristocracy move to wreak their vengeance. Lord Wiggins is set to inherit Rhodesia upon his marriage to Emily Rhodes, but their romance is faltering. It is up to Eddie and Jeffrey to sort Wiggins out as quickly and as possible. Meanwhile – the evil Lord Biggins lurks in the shadows, waiting to execute dark schemes of his own…

2019 - Centralia by Superbolt Productions

In the 1960’s an underground coal fire was sparked by an accident. 20 years later the fire was still burning and the inhabitants of Centralia in Pennsylvania USA were forced to relocate. 3 people refused to leave. Inspired by true events, Centralia tells the story of Jennyfer, Norman and Allister, three enthusiastic, friendly Americans who travel far from home in order to tell the world their story. Using a mixture of comedy, cabaret, dance, music and monologues, Centralia explores how a unique disaster formed extraordinary friendships.

2018 - Brave Macbeth by Captivate Theatre

"If you feel sceptical about the idea of Macbeth as a comedy for children, let me put your mind at rest. Startlingly, Brave Macbeth is a gleefully funny production – particularly all of the bits you might assume to be too dark. Captivate Theatre should be commended for their excellent and accessible Shakespearian adaptation. The combination of Shakespearian language and modern Scots is a match made in heaven."

**** BroadwayBaby.com

2018 - Mars Actually by Superbolt Theatre

An interplanetary cultural exchange, Mars Actually spans time and space to tell the story of some people very far away. Three lovable aliens, Chuck, Gracey and Conway are fascinated by all things Earthly; phones, noodles and social justice. Using all of their skills and talents, these unlikely astronauts are here to tell you about their life.

2018 - Just William's Luck by Shedload Theatre

William and the Outlaws have set up a theatre in The Old Barn and announce that they will be presenting their adventure. They're acting out all the characters, they've made all the props and, of course Violet Elizabeth wants to play too…

The invincible William Brown considers he is jolly well equal to solving most of life's trickier problems, although devising a plan to get the elder brothers of the Outlaws married off might be a considerable challenge... Shedload Theatre presents a love letter to Richmal Crompton's classic characters in a fresh and dynamic adaptation. Fusing live storytelling, screaming and screaming, music, knights of the Square Table, Foley sound effects, the Outlaws' trademark gusto and all the best intentions.

2017 - Adventures of the Improvised Sherlock Holmes by Racing Minds

No script Sherlock! Stars of Racing Minds take you on a thrilling new adventure each day, packed with shady villains, red herrings and the brilliant deductions of London's great detective. Light up your (imaginary) pipe as a completely spontaneous and exceedingly engrossing mystery tale unfolds before you, with rollicking plot twists and hilarious characters - different every time and based on audience suggestions! Family-friendly. 'Excellent... very funny and beautifully devious' **** (FringeGuru.com). 'Copious amounts of talent and boundless potential' **** (PlaysToSee.com). 'Sizzling energy, unpredictable and exciting... Performers of the highest calibre' (ArtsReview.com.au).

2017 - Hairy Fairy Tales by Open Sky Theatre

Rapunzel’s sick of people going on about her hair so she takes matters into her own hands. Janet rescues Tomlin from the wild woodland fairies by giving him a cuddle – even when he turns into a wolf, a snake and a burning stick. Goldilocks is scared of the three bears so very surprised to find that they’re totally terrified by her. The Nanny Goats Tuff aren't taking any nonsense from the Rock n' Roll Troll.

Told through rhyme, song, music, puppetry, mime and magical transformations, the stories offer simple life lessons for girls and boys; be yourself, be kind, be open-minded and be brave. Fabulous furry fun for all ages.

2017 - Robin Hood the Musical by Manhattan Children's Theatre

Robin Hood is a legend. Whether he is a hero, hood, or the ORIGINAL PRINCE OF CHARITY, is up for debate. In this Monty Pythonesque comedic and compassionate musical adaptation, we revisit an age-old tale of love, civil disobedience and the quest for a true meaning of HOME.

A troubled, destitute kingdom, ravaged by greed, is left to the mercy of an unscrupulous Sheriff. From nearby Sherwood Forest, one man and his band of vowed compatriots choose to make a stand for good. He captures the imaginations of the downtrodden peasants, woos the beautiful niece of the missing King Richard, and dedicates his life to the freedom of the good people of Nottingham. Do his actions of bravery make him a hero or a hood? It’s up to the audience to decide.

2016 - Police Cops by Police Cops

PRESENT DAY (of 1976). Straight-laced rookie Police Cop Jimmy Johnson is out to avenge his brother’s death, and he’s got to go it alone! (with his partner) Teamed up with a disgraced, retired renegade named Harrison, the pair begin to unearth the soily secrets that the case holds. POLICE COPS is a cinematic joyride, speeding down Adventure Avenue in a souped-up squad car. Oh, and did I mention?... The steering wheel is made out of guns!

2015 - Adaaand now for something... by Racing Minds

Based on four wildly disparate suggestions from the audience, a grandad spins a ripping yarn for his bored grandchildren, played out by the four performers in a gag-stuffed adventure, and accompanied by an equally quick-thinking musician composing the perfect soundtrack on the fly. The show is renowned both for its relentless joke rate, as well as the dazzling way the suggestions are woven together into a satisfying narrative – complete with a trademark twist ending!

2015 - The Last of the Dragons by Manhattan Children's Theatre

For, in this kingdom, it is a tradition, that on a princess’ sixteenth birthday, she is tied to a rock, kidnapped by a dragon, rescued by a prince and they both live happily ever after. But what happens when the prince is too afraid to fight, the princess “wields a mean sword and quick wit” (New York Times) and wants to do the rescuing herself, and what she loves about the prince is his brain and not his muscle. Added to which the dragon is nowhere to be found?

2015 - The Mighty Prince and Other Fabulous Fables by Open Sky

Monkey tries to wind up Buffalo. Pigeon saves Ant from disaster. The tortoise’s big mouth leads to a smelly fate. Little Hare scares Deer, Ox, Tiger and Elephant until the Lion steps in. And the Prince is indeed mighty but is he mightier than the Giant?

Based on stories for children told by the Buddha, each fable has a simple moral for young hearts and minds. Open Sky brings these two-thousand-year-old stories to life using a happy mix of rhyme, movement, live music, song and puppetry. And they’re funny too.

2014

Robin Hood and His Merry Men byUncontained Arts

Cafe Ruse by This Theatre Company

Arabian Nights by Story Pocket Theatre

The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha by Little Soldier

2013

Centralia by Superbolt Productions

My Brother the Robot by Tall Stories

Wojtek the Bear by Theatre Objektiv

The Uncanny Valley by Superbolt Theatre

2012

The Snail and the Whale by Tall Stories

Piatto Finale by Superbolt Productions

The Snow Dragon by Tall Stories

Treasure Island by Uncontained Arts

2011

Blood Brothers by The Lincoln Company

The Three Englishmen by Three Englishmen

Not So Grimm Fairytales by Uncontained Arts

Crunch by Tangram Theare

2010

Alice in Wonderland by Uncontained Arts

One and Another by Rush Dush Company

2009

Something Blue by Yammy Voo Company

Cloudcuckooland by The Onassis Programme

2008

Monster's Hits by Tall Stories

No Obvious Trauma by Unpacked Theatre

Pirates Life for Me by Scarlet Blades

2007

Terrible Infants by Les Enfants Terribles

I, Lear by The Black Sheep

The Infant by Les Enfants Terribles

Them with Tails by Tall Stories

2006

Crunch by Tangram Theatre

Lost Property by Tangled Feet

Snow Dragon by Tall Stories

2005

Ignatius Trail by En Masse Theare

Red Hood and the Wolves by C Venue Productions

2004

Rome & Juliet the Panto by C Venue Productions

Hambledog and the Hopping Cloggs by Perissology Theatre Production

The Bear and The Wedding by Benchtour

2003

Something Else by Tall Stories

The Black Sheep Comedy by Black Sheep

Faustus by Ophaboom

2002

Gruffalo by Tall Stories

Robin Hood by Ophaboom

2001

Shakespeare for Breakfast by C Venue Productions

Mr. Pinokio by Lazzi Theatre

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Bouncers by Wispart Production

2000

Faustus by Ophaboom Teatre

Shakers by One Cue Production

Organic Carrot by David Widdicombe

1999

Crooked Teeth by Rapscallion Production

1995-1998

General Admission Shows

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