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Tuesday, April 13th, 2010
As far as tragedies go, the story of Juliet & Her Romeo at Bristol Old Vic couldn’t be more joyous. Tom Morris and Sean O’Connor’s adaptation of the most famous love story ever told has really put our theatre back on the map. With a simple twist on the idea, Romeo and Juliet are re-cast as eighty-somethings living in an old peoples’ home. Although Shakespeare plays can often be re-invented merely for re-invention’s sake, Juliet & Her Romeo manages to weave its ruse into every fibre of the original text and even unearths new poignancy. The reaction from the local and national press has been fantastic, and we have been overwhelmed by the support from those of you who have come to see the show.
Juliet & Her Romeo, much like the inhabitants of the Verona PLC care home, is in the twilight of its innings. The final performance is on the evening of Saturday 24th April 2010 and tickets are selling fast. If you haven’t yet had a chance to see the show, time is of the essence. As well as some availability in the main seating areas, we also have £5 unreserved tickets for the gallery which provide incredible value for money.
Book now to avoid disappointment: 0117 9877 877
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Friday, February 12th, 2010
This is a space for THEATRE:24 to be blogged.
As the clock counts down towards the last few seconds, we will be blogging all the action, events, creative successes, and not-such-successess, and our thoughts on the whole inovation!
Enjoy…!
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Monday, January 11th, 2010
Do you need room to rehearse next week?
Shared space – an invitation
Hello, as part of our ongoing commitment to finding new and inventive ways of supporting you, the theatre-makers of Bristol – we’ve come up with a new wheeze which we’re going to pilot until the end of January; and if it goes well - into the future.
This ‘Shared Space’ policy is a straightforward last-minute booking scheme where we let you know of any last minute rehearsal space in the forthcoming week– and you can book it free of charge.
How will this work?
Every Thursday we will publish our space availability for the coming week (on our website, on the Theatre Bristol website and their e-lists and other networks).
Space will then be allocated by us on a first come first served basis by 5pm on each Friday of each week.
Kate Yedigaroff
Producer – artist development
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Saturday, December 12th, 2009
Press night for ‘Hansel & Gretel’ went off with a real bang on Wednesday night (09/12/09). And the positive feedback is already starting to filter back. With a four star review from The Guardian’s Michael Billington, amongst others, the box office is expected to be groaning under the weight of interest in coming weeks.
The show itself is an exciting mix of physical performance, music and mad-cap hilarity which breathes new life into the ‘Christmas Panto’ and offers a fun alternative for what has become, for many, a tired tradition. Pantomimes? They’re behind you! Kneehigh’s indelible mark is gratefully rubber-stamped on proceedings and, although some younger children (under 5s) may find certain parts a little scary, ‘Hansel & Gretel’ provides laughs for all the family. A beautifully maleable set provides unexpected moments of innovation, such as Gretel’s convoluted mouse-trapping device reminiscent of the Honda ‘Cog’ advert (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ve4M4UsJQo). With energetic performances, clowning and a soundtrack which is beautifully scored, this has to be the best Christmas show on offer in Bristol this year. And as if that isn’t enough, underneath the stage in the creepy ‘horse-shoe’ - there are rooms decorated in the theme of the show which offer something extra for intrepid explorers - not to mention a house made entirely of bread.
Be sure to book early to avoid disappointment.
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Thursday, November 12th, 2009
The Bristol Old Vic is offering a fantastic opportunity to get backstage access to the cast and crew of Uncle Vanya on Thurs 19th Nov.
Starting at 11am, the tour is perfect for anybody attending the Thursday Matinee (who can really make a day of it), although anybody who has an interest in the deeper workings of a successful production will relish the chance to meet the Shakespeare at The Tobacco Factory team, including Director Andrew Hilton and Costume Designer Harriet De Winton. Members of the cast and technical crew are also available for a grilling.
To book tickets, please visit the ‘Shows’ section of the website, or telephone our Box Office on 0117 987 7877.
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