We Are Not Shellfish

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Showing on:
Sun 10 July 2022
Duration:
Approx. 1hr 5mins, no interval
Price:
Genre:
Array
Venue:
Studio Theatre
Age Guidance:
7+

What would you do if you found a message in a bottle… from a child in the Calais Jungle?

Imaginative storytelling with puppets and masks. Perfect for families with young people and teenagers as a vivid and engaging way of opening discussions about the environment, the refugee crisis and political action.

Reviews:

‘Funny, subversive, deeply philosophical and beautiful. Highly recommended’ – Fringe Review
‘Heartfelt anarchic theatre at its best’ – Queer Puppets Cabaret

Audience feedback: 

“It provoked many thoughts about the current world refugee and climate situations.” – Jake, Age 11
“A wonderfully imaginative show with a strong message. I would love to use some of the ideas in my drama classroom. Come up north to do a show!” – Age 40
“Brilliant puppets and cleverly discussed issues.” – Age 43
“Great fun for kids & oldies!” – Age 67

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We Are Not Shellfish

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Shows from:
Shows to:
Sat 15 January 2022
Sun 16 January 2022
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Genre:
Array
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Age Guidance:
7+

What would you do if you found a message in a bottle…from a child in the Calais Jungle?

Imaginative storytelling with puppets and mask. Perfect for families with young people and teenagers as a vivid and engaging way of opening discussions about the environment, the refugee crisis and political action.

Funny, subversive, deeply philosophical and beautiful

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Heartfelt anarchic theatre at its best

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