Photos: Jordan Whyte - How to Hug Trees, 2006. Derek Frood, Tom Wainwright, Chris Bianchi - Crowstarver, 2006. Tom Wainwright - Crowstarver, 2006.
Theatre Alibi is one of the leading producers of children’s theatre in the country. Past shows include How to Hug Trees, The Crowstarver, Bonjour Bob (nominated for The Brian Way Award), Wild One, Why the Whales Came, You Can’t Catch Me, Teapot and The Night Before Christmas, commissioned by the Royal Shakespeare Company. The company’s production of Why the Whales Came ran in the West End to great critical acclaim.
- “This is not just a great piece of children’s theatre, it is a great piece of theatre full stop. A rare and blessed production that could well inspire a child with a lifelong love of theatre” THE DAILY TELEGRAPH
- “One of Britain’s most inventive companies” THE GUARDIAN
- “Theatre Alibi, Polka, Kneehigh and the Unicorn have been responsible for some of the most vital and innovative work in British theatre in recent years MICHAEL MORPURGO
Here’s what schools said about Theatre Alibi’s 2006 show, How to Hug Trees:
- “One of the best touring shows I’ve seen in many years. The performances were fantastic, the music and drama worked brilliantly together and the set was wonderful. The story had many levels that made it accessible to a wide age range” LADYSMITH JUNIOR
- “I see your visit as a real personal treat! Staff and children find your performances memorable and inspiring” KINGSBRIDGE PRIMARY
- “Our children really enjoyed the show and very good resources were provided for follow-up work” BRADLEY BARTON PRIMARY
- “Outstanding – what more can I say! Theatre Alibi shows are always excellent and fantastic value for money” WEST ALVINGTON PRIMARY
- “The show was stimulating, fun, imaginative, brilliantly acted, written and produced. The children loved it; so did the teachers. The educational value was high. Your visits are the highlight of our school year” PRINCEROCK PRIMARY
- “Thank you for a show that makes you laugh, think and cry – perfect . Some of our pupils are now writing a play in their break times – all their own idea. What’s great to see is that they are a large group of both boys and girls working creatively of their own accord.” WEBBERS HOLCOMBE ROGUS
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