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STOP PRESS... Our spring 08 season is our International Theatre Season - with various multi-cultural themes... The season launches with a performance of 'The Kam Tree' - Moby Duck theatre company's Korean collaboration. A haunting new show which mixes storytelling with physical theatre, live music, puppetry and wild Korean theatre in a show that's as powerful as the tiger, and as eye-catching as the sunset over Mount Seorak. For young people aged four and over, their families and friends. Moby Duck specialises in celebrating the common ground between cultures in a fun, exciting, accessible and stimulating way. They are the only intercultural children's company in the UK, with actors from other cultures always performing in their plays. An ideal opportunity to give children and adults in rural areas an enchanting glimpse into a wider world! "There is much artistry to admire, live music to excite and a strong story to fascinate". The Stage "A vivid experience of the sounds, colours and stories of Indian culture". Time Out For further details visit Moby Duck's website: www.moby-duck.org AND... Sheffield Theatre's 'Handful of Henna' is the story of Saheeda's return from England to India with her daughter after leaving her homeland as a young bride. Standing outside the airport in the middle of the monsoon, neither mother or daughter realise that their visit will become so much more than just a holiday. As Saheeda unravels her past, mother and daughter discover the importance of their shared heritage. Written by Rani Moorthy, this production was inspired by orginal stories by Muslim women, but, like all good theatre, it identifies universal truths and experiences that we can all share. "Nostalgic, extremely moving and also unexpectedly funny, 'Handful of Henna' is one of those rare plays that reaches out beyond the stage". John Highfield, Sheffield Star/The Stage
We're also delighted to annouce... Canadian theatre company Ghost River will be performing their show 'Mesa' - the story of a journey, and of a friendship which bridges generations. Paul, an unemployed writer, travels from Calgary to Arizona with his wife's grandpa, 93-year-old Bud. Over the next five days they will discover their differences... "The best road trip adventure to hit the Calgary stage... As (Grandpa) Bud, Christopher Hunt's performance is outstanding...embodying his 93 years right down to his rubber shoe covers. The show is complete with incredible road music performed by the funny and talented Marshall Hopkins". Calgary Herald For further information visit Ghost River's website: www.ghostrivertheatre.com We are also touring 'The Polish Play' from Farnham Maltings theatre company- the story of a father and daughter who travel to Endland to start a new life. Join them on their journey.... Using an accordion, home movies and taking in Yuri Gagarin, 70s' disco music and the 1974 world cup finals, the Polish Play is a funny, affectionate and touching tale of what it means to belong. This is an evening about the things we share in common as much as the things that make us unique. It is about our place in the world, what it is to leave your home, of a cow that doesn't recognise the border... The Polish Play received 5-star reviews at the Edinburgh '06 Festival. "Very, very special and full of heart. One of the best productions we have ever had". Take Art Touring Scheme For further details about Farnham Maltings theatre company visit their website: www.farnhammaltings.com Don't miss our exciting new international theatre season! See the Theatre Page for further details of all shows.
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