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best theatrical mask performers from across the globe providing a broad variety of entertaining shows for your delight… |
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Book your tickets early to avoid disappointment! The main performance running throughout the festival will be A Midsummer Night's Dream presented by Footsbarn Travelling Theatre. Located in the Big Top Theatre this is something not to be missed! Details of performances follow:
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There will be some stunning performances during the festival. make sure you don't miss this opportunity to see some of the world's best mask performers in action! |
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A Midsummer Night's Dream "Footsbarn’s carnivalesque production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a world unto itself. Footsbarn, indeed, is a theatre festival unto itself, a wonderfully eclectic mixture of styles and influences, of nationalities and cultures, all melded into a seamlessly fluid torrent of pure theatre. East and West, North and South meet in this production, which makes use of circus clowning, carnival processions, tribal dances, Kabuki, commedia dell’arte, farce and surrealism to create its sense of wonder, its pleasure and magic" "At one point Bottom looks round at the audience and cries 'We’re surrounded, Peter! Who are they? They must be fairies!' Well, we weren't. We were fans". Performances of A Midsummer Nights Dream by Footsbarn Theatre run throughout the festival. Due to high demand early reservations are recommended. This is an unmissable opportunity to see this inspirational, international theatre company perform in the |
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Challenging Perspective Performed by Dudley Performing Arts Young people of “Follow this fun and quirky surreal journey which will both amuse and challenge your perception of contemporary dance.” PERFORMANCES: |
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The Sorcerer's Apprentice Performed by Garlic Theatre Company An old broom stands in the corner, a book lies on the table and a young boy alone in the castle feels a tingling in his fingertips… Can he work a spell himself? Caught in the whirl of magic, the broom dances and spins as he fetches more and more water for the cauldron. The boy watches transfixed as a flood starts to rise. Will he be able to undo the spell before the sorcerer returns? Garlic Theatre conjures a bewitching tale full of mystery and enchantment with its blend of physical theatre, humour and technical wizardry. Puppets, mime and a touch of real magic will leave adults and children enthralled. A delightful children’s tale not to be missed! Supported By Black Country Touring |
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Lying with the Animals Performed by the Steven Whinnery Company A touching and hilarious look at the animal kingdom when our backs are turned. ‘In an age of global conflict where words are used as missiles, we hope that our crafted, tender and funny work waves a small mute flag of surrender to get the world laughing’ Supported By Black Country Touring |
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Journey to the World of Masks Performed by the Mas Soegeng Company In need of approval from the gods over his kingdom, the king decides to hold a formal ceremony with his ministers and subjects. After careful preparation from his advisors and the preist, the comical characters arrive from the village. Then the king really begins to regret his open invitation. s the ritual progressively goes from bad to worse the two rulers of the universe - Good (white mask) and Evil (demon mask) - arrive for a showdown. Take this rare opportunity to witness a unique and mystical mask performance full of wonderful characters with an enlightening story like no other…
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But Now Face to Face Presented by Deborah Ravetz and Mike Chase Masks have been used throughout history and all over the world. In some cultures they have been used to signify the gods in rituals and performance. In other cultures they have been used in drama and in celebration - the masquerade ball. Today, in the modern Western world, to be masked can mean to be hiding something. This fascinating performance lecture by Deborah Ravetz and Michael Chase takes you on a journey of the mask looking at its many forms and meanings. Commentary from Deborah Ravetz PERFORMANCES: Monday 22nd October 7.30pm Venue: Lehr Studio Theatre, The Glasshouse Running Time: 1hr 15mins Tickets: £6 / £4 concessions / Family tickets (2 adults 2 children) £22 Suitable for ages 16+ Reserve your tickets now Please Note: Family tickets can only be booked by Telephone: 01384 812812 Back to Top |
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Alice Performed by Trading Faces Enter the strange world of |
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Dance of the Gods Performed by Osun Arts Foundation Dynamic dance and powerful drumming in elaborate traditional African costume. Pantheon of Deities is a fast and furious annual festive dance from Yoruba. The origin of this dance comes from the Yoruba's belief that they must contact the gods through their deities (lesser gods). Each of the masks in this performance represents the ancestors who represent the community as protectors and cleansers of unwanted spirits, purifying the environments and bringing sanity and peace. Don't miss this energetic, vibrant and colourful piece of African heritage live on stage. Supported By Black Country Touring PERFORMANCES: Tuesday 23rd October 7.30pm Venue: Big Top, The Glasshouse site Running Time TBC Tickets £10 / £8 concessions / Contact us for group bookings Suitable for ages 6+ Reserve your tickets now Osun Arts Website Back to Top |
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The Curse of Elverado Performed by Fabuolous Old Spot Theatre Company Be prepared for a good night out, with a comedy musical mystery mythical whodunit for all the family Having had his life saved by a limey in WW2, cool LA detective Perry Putcher comes to rural Gloucestershire to do his buddy a favour in return and finds both the county, and the situation, confusing. Fishermen are disappearing, tales of the old River Goddess Sabrina are increasing, rationing is still in force and black marketeering is rife. Come back with us to the 40s and 50s, when music had a swing, when femmes were fatale and witness first hand a culture clash cocktail as cool LA chic meets Severn-side cider society. Suitable for 5 to 105, as long as they’ve got rhythm! The shows might look small and smell like old style medieval theatre, but they aim to make you laugh today, at things that bother all and sundry. Supported By Black Country Touring |
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Maze of Minos Performed by The Fetch A new and exciting production based on the Greek myth of the Minotaur, The Maze of Minos is both visually and emotionally breath-taking. The performers tell this powerful story through the eyes of a Victorian archaeologist revealing the characters of Theseus, Ariadne and King Minos. They bring to life the ancient culture and customs of Fetch Theatre’s puppetry and masks evoke the intense, dangerous and emotional content that runs through each of their stories. PERFORMANCES: |
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Mask Showcase The mask showcase is a chance to see cutting edge mask performance incorporating elements of dance, drama, improvisation and comedy. This is an exciting opportunity for companies, professional and community based, to air work in progress and experimental research and get feedback. The format will be 6 – 8 short pieces by different companies followed by a discussion. Watch this space for news of the contributors. If you would like to get involved in the Mask Showcase please email Rebecca Marriott, Project Co-ordinator at mailto: rmarriott@ghc.rmet.org.uk PERFORMANCES: |
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With prices ranging from £5 to £200 we think this is a fabulous opportunity for teachers to find sets for use in education, collectors looking for masks from leading theatre companies, theatre practitioners to purchase masks for new productions and for the individual who simply wants a beautiful piece of art for their wall. Even if you are not interested in buying a mask, the auction promises to be a spectacle of live theatre as all masks will be demonstrated by mask trained actors in a spontaneous cabaret of characters. Everyone involved in the bidding will be offered a complimentary glass of wine. The masks will be on display from the beginning of the festival on Friday 19th October in the Mask for Auction section of the exhibition. In the meantime, for images of the masks and details of their lot number and guide price, please check the website regularly as we will add these here as the masks are acquired. If you have any masks you would like to donate to the auction please contact Rebecca Marriott on rmarriott@ghc.rmet.org.uk PERFORMANCES
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