Puppets

Theatre (new writing, drama)

  • Paradise in The Vault - The Annexe
  • 20:45
  • Aug 19
  • 55 minutes
  • Suitability: 16+ (Guideline)
  • Country: United Kingdom - England
  • Group: Pitch Productions
  • Warnings and additional info: Contains reference to self harm, reference to domestic violence, blood depiction, scenes of violence, strong language/swearing
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
  • Policy applies to: Children under 2 years

Description

Puppets is a new and exciting play, fresh from its debut at the Durham Drama Festival. It’s a show that follows two brothers who are unexpectedly reunited after three and a half years of silence. Lonny’s heartbroken and struggling to run an unsuccessful bar, while Connie is doing anything but putting his life back together. Through feuds, soul music and piss-taking, the complexities of brotherhood and masculinity are explored as a tragic secret in Connie’s life is revealed.

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General venue access

  • Accessible entry: The Annexe is located next door to The Vault. Audiences leave the main foyer onto Merchant Street then access the Annexe via the Pend. There are 2 - 3 steps in the Pend then a narrow staircase inside the space. The audience enters at the rear of the raked auditorium.
  • Wheelchair access type: Not fully wheelchair accessible

  • Stairs: 6 - 10
    Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.

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How and when to make an access booking

Our access tickets service is available to anyone who:

  • Would like to book specific accessibility services, e.g. a hearing loop, audio description headsets, captioning units, seating in relation to the location of the BSL interpreter
  • Requires extra assistance when at a venue
  • Has specific seating requirements
  • Is a wheelchair user
  • Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance

Samuel Brooks 29 days ago

⭐⭐⭐⭐
A close-to-home-hitting and beautifully performed story

Pete Stewart 41 days ago

Remarkably well written and performed. This is a very clever 'will they; won't they?' love story with a unique perspective.

Well worth an hour off your time.

Kevin Gray 42 days ago

Captivating, emotional and funny, simply brilliant. A must see……. Do not miss it……

Ben Watson 42 days ago

Simply Brilliant, emotional and powerful play, anyone with a sibling will feel it. Highly recommended.

Sarah Russell 42 days ago

Fantastic, intense and rewarding. Go and see this …you will not regret it!


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North West End UK (5/5 stars) 37 days ago

This is a masterclass in actor chemistry

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