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where the ocean stretches endlessly. Can father and son leave everything behind to find freedom? Combining puppetry, music and storytelling, this poignant show about family ties is a magical treat; it also includes the most versatile double bass you’re ever likely to see. From 25 February to March 1st, the


contributions to “War Horse”, Bristol Old Vic's Artistic Director Tom Morris and Handspring Puppet Company reunite to realise one of Shakespeare’s most popular and fantastical plays, a riotous display of irreverent comedy in which anything can come to life and be transformed. Amongst the myriad delights are a shape-shifting Puck, conjured from a selection of workman’s tools. An eight-foot-tall Titania presides over a troupe of malevolent fairies. And a giant, controlling Oberon who manipulates his fairy queen and meddles in the confusion of the squabbling lovers. From 11-15 February Ilbijerri


Theatre Company present “Jack Charles v The Crown”. Uncle Jack Charles is an Australian legend: a warm andmuch-loved veteran actor, Aboriginal elder and activist, but also aformer criminal and junkie. In this powerful one-man show, he tells his extraordinary true story in words and song, accompanied by athree-piece band. An inspiring journey of resilience and reconnection which is both entertaining and full of unswerving optimism. Following their previous sold –out


shows, Circa, one of the world’sbest contemporary circus companies, return to the Barbican with a thrilling new show, “Opus”, from 18-22 February. Responding to the passionate tones of Shostakovich’s music, played live on stage by therenowned Debussy String Quartet, fourteen artists tumble, spin and flyover and around the musicians in a mesmerisingly delicate


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savagedance, with jaw-dropping physicality and split-second timing.


47 In the Pit from 20-23 February


Peter Rinderknecht presents a perfecthalf-term treat for younger audiences, “Portofino Ballad”. It’s all about timing. The cuckoo pops out on


Barbican Theatre houses Betty Nansen Teatret’s “Mozart Undone - A Theatre Concert”. This is Mozart as you haven’t experienced it before - his music is played as a rock symphony complete with contemporary lyrics. Six singers and five musicians perform recognisable themes from some of Mozart's most familiar works, completely rearranged as rock and pop anthems, sung in English. And


Mozart Undone. Photo Credit © Jan Jul


A Midsummer Night’s Dream Picture credit © Simon Annand


the hour, every hour. That’s his job. But actually the cuckoo is a miniature man who lives tucked away inside a double bass. He wishes his son would take over the business. But the bored boy doesn’t want to keep the time. He dreams of a seaport called Portofino


the dark decadence of the 18th century is evoked through costumes that transform from the modern day to Rococo style in frontof our eyes. I look forward to sharing more


Spring treats with you in the next Theatre Preview.


Opus Photo credit © Herve All


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