If you’ve never watched a Christmas show at the Tobacco Factory – go get yourself some tickets asap
The setting is always beautiful with minimal effort involved – this time just a few wintery trees, some snow and a metal bed but the atmosphere created was perfect.
Hansel and Gretel were alternatively played by dolls and two actors yet the sympathy you felt for them was just as strong regardless who they were at any point.
The parents roles were refreshed for a modern audience and the madness of hunger was hilariously portrayed by Papa – what a talent for insanity he has
The old lady was very funny without terrifying the younger audience and played her role brilliantly too.
We were laughing throughout, loving the local references, the great audiences interactions and the wonderful musical talents of the entire cast – swapping instruments as needed.
I’ve been recommending to everyone I’ve seen – such a great show and the perfect way to kick start Christmas
If you’ve never watched a Christmas show at the Tobacco Factory – go get yourself some tickets asap
The setting is always beautiful with minimal effort involved – this time just a few wintery trees, some snow and a metal bed but the atmosphere created was perfect.
Hansel and Gretel were alternatively played by dolls and two actors yet the sympathy you felt for them was just as strong regardless who they were at any point.
The parents roles were refreshed for a modern audience and the madness of hunger was hilariously portrayed by Papa – what a talent for insanity he has
The old lady was very funny without terrifying the younger audience and played her role brilliantly too.
We were laughing throughout, loving the local references, the great audiences interactions and the wonderful musical talents of the entire cast – swapping instruments as needed.
I’ve been recommending to everyone I’ve seen – such a great show and the perfect way to kick start Christmas
Showing at Tobacco Factory Theatre until Jan 19th