Join Puck, Shakespeares most mischievous fairy, on a rambunctious ride through their magical origins story. A family show, inspired by A Midsummer Nights Dream, and The Mad And Merry Pranks Of Robin Goodfellow. Puck: A Fairys Tale is a magical, comedic peek into Pucks life from birth up until the start of A Midsummer Nights Dream. Who is Puck? Whats the deal with Oberon? And whys he so darn mischievous? Join us and find out!A new play, written and performed by Fay Downie (The 39 Steps, solo Comedy Of Errors - Shakespeares Globe), perfect for the young and young at heart. The show also explores themes of family relationships, identity, belonging, and neurodivergence.Age guide: 7-99+ year olds. Younger children are also welcome.Fay is running a Puck themed drama workshop after the show, on the 26th May. Tickets via the ticketing link.Writer/performer/producer: Fay DownieDirector/dramaturg/collaborator: Olivia MaceProducer: Amanda Hart

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