A group of thespians stumble upon an ominous book filled with grisly and gory tales. Will the thespians be bound to act as the book's puppets, destined for a life of performing, but never truly free?Twisted Tales flips performance conformity on it's head and introduces new and innovative ways of performing "boundary pushing theatre". Our "visually stunning" piece relies solely on the actor's arsenal to create props, set, costume, and sound to bring our world to life. Our cast of six regal actors are confined to the space of a gym mat while showcasing four folk tales which all end with a twist. We explore the stories we all know love, from Red Riding Hood's gruesome demise, to the Saga of the almighty Vikings, all in a way that you have never seen before!You will be entranced with the intricacy, "tight transitions, effective soundscapes and carefully considered choreography". Twisted Tales combines theatre with comedy for all, meaning "there are a good number of laughs to be had too".TRAILER:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhibGHEkc4oWORDS OF PRAISE", Twisted Tales serves as an excellent example of the type of boundary pushing theatre that is out there if you know where to look."- The Reviews Hub"Magic moment, after magic moment. Glorious example of physical theatre at its best".Jan Palmer-Sayer - B.Ed. MA GoDA"A Platform Theatre Masterclass, Theatre Magic. 97/100".Keith Phillips - GoDA

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Mama Biashara
Kate Copstick’s charity, Mama Biashara, works with the poorest and most marginalised people in Kenya. They give grants to set up small, sustainable businesses that bring financial independence and security. That five quid you spend on a large glass of House White? They can save someone’s life with that. And the money for a pair of Air Jordans? Will take four women and their fifteen children away from a man who is raping them and into a new life with a moneymaking business for Mum and happiness for the kids.
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Theatre MAD
The Make A Difference Trust fights HIV & AIDS one stage at a time. Their UK and International grant-making strategy is based on five criteria that raise awareness, educate, and provide care and support for the most vulnerable in society. A host of fundraising events, including Bucket Collections, Late Night Cabarets, West End Eurovision, West End Bares and A West End Christmas continue to raise funds for projects both in the UK and Sub-Saharan Africa.
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Acting For Others
Acting for Others provides financial and emotional support to all theatre workers in times of need through the 14 member charities. During the COVID-19 crisis Acting for Others have raised over £1.7m to support theatre workers affected by the pandemic.
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