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Swallows and Amazons
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Swallows and Amazons

Tue 31 January to Sat 4 February

Evenings: 7pm
Matinees: Wed & Sat 2pm

KIDS GO HALF PRICE!  BOOK TICKETS 

All aboard The Swallow! Follow Captain John and his able crew as they set sail to Wildcat Island on an exotic adventure to encounter savages, capture dastardly pirates and defeat mortal enemies.

An action-packed musical adventure for the whole family, Swallows and Amazons is a story of an idyllic era, of endless summer evenings and the beauty of youthful imagination. This delightful and imaginative production is directed by Tom Morris (War Horse), written by Helen Edmundson (National Theatre's Coram Boy), with music by Neil Hannon from The Divine Comedy.

"funny, fresh, inventive, and at times deeply affecting"
***** The Telegraph Read the review

"This joyous production for all ages celebrates youthful freedom and the imaginative power of the inner child"
**** The Financial Times Read the review

"Inventive and enjoyable adaptation of Arthur Ransome's classic" 
**** Evening Standard Read the review

“Perfect – a brilliant feat of nerve and humour”
**** The Times

"A terrific production – warm hearted, affectionate and fun” 
**** Daily Telegraph

Based on the book by Arthur Ransome
A Bristol Old Vic production. Presented by The Children's Touring Partnership  in association with the National Theatre

Recommended for ages 6+
Visit the Swallows and Amazons website

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Hear from Director Tom Morris, Musician Neil Hannon and Writer Helen Edmundson


Hear what the audience have to say 

 
 

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