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a new urban fairy tale
Words by Robin Norton-Hale
Music by Rosabella Gregory
Eight-year-old Sammy and her dad used to have lots of fun together, making up stories and mixing potions in their kitchen. But something outside is scaring Dad and he doesn't have the energy to play anymore. As Sammy ticks off the days until her mum gets home, Dad becomes more withdrawn and a mysterious vine starts tapping at their windows. What does it want? And is there anything Sammy can do to help Dad be brave once more?
Olivier Award-winning OperaUpClose presents their fun and spooky, contemporary urban fairy tale, which draws inspiration from classic winter tales, both cosy and gothic, as well as opera, theatre and film to create a thrilling story-telling experience, in a wonderfully intimate setting.
Sammy and the Beanstalk is aimed at children aged 7+, families and any adult with a sense of fun and wonder.
Tickets are £5 and it is free to access for schools and those on low incomes.*
Once you've booked...
You will receive a confirmation email and e-ticket with information on how to access the performance. By purchasing your ticket, you have unlimited access to this online event anytime until Monday 22 February - you choose a time to suit you!
If you have any technical issues, please contact ticketing@operaupclose.com
*We know this has been a particularly tough year for many people, and we want everyone to have a bit of music and magic in their lives. If you would like to watch Sammy and the Beanstalk but cannot pay for a ticket, email ticketing@operaupclose.com and we will send you a link.
Duration: 30mins with no interval
WORDS
Robin Norton-Hale
MUSIC
Rosabella Gregory
CAST
Sammy – Abigail Kelly
Dad – Tom Stoddart
CREATIVE TEAM
Writer & Director - Robin Norton-Hale
Composer – Rosabella Gregory
Designer - Anna Bruder
Lighting Designer - Joe Price
Filmmaker - Yuan Hu
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