Silver Moon
by compagnie animotionphysical-theatre-and-circus, children-and-family
An alternative Christmas show that celebrates imagination, friendship and difference.
about the production
With masks and outside eye by Alison Duddle of Horse & Bamboo this show is a beautiful alternative to a Christmas story. This masked performance tells the story of a little polish girl, Helda and a rich boy, Jurgen, who break down class barriers on Christmas Eve. Helda is poor, but her imagination is filled with her grandfather's folk tales taught to her through the enchanting voice of the cello. Jurgen is surrounded by beautifully wrapped presents but needs a friend to make his everyday magical. On Christmas Eve, Helda falls into Jurgen's world...
about the artist
Compagnie Animotion was set up in 2005 by Hayli Clifton to make work for Deaf and hearing audiences. Based in France since 2009, our shows are non-verbal, high visual and interdisciplinary ranging from mask, circus, live music to aerial dance. We have six children's shows, one street show and one aerial and circus show. We have worked with many exciting partners recently including street company Transe Express (2016 - aerial creation Vivace), Horse & Bamboo (2014- mask creation Silver Moon), Jacksons Lane (2015 - aerial show Je m'appuie sur toi).
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stage dimensions
width: 7 metres
height: 3 metres
depth: 7 metres
4 hours before the first show (if pre-rigged)
For rural touring, 3 hours before the first show
4-11 years and family audiences
Audiences whose first language isn't English
Deaf audiences
Well done to these three amazing performers and the wonderful creative team that made this wonderful piece of theatre. A production that can be enjoyed by all regardless of age, language, or hearing ability.
"All children's theatre should be like this"
"European theatre at it's best"
Completely non-verbal this show is perfect for Deaf or hard of hearing audiences, or audiences where spoken language might be a barrier.
We are used to working with audiences on the autistic spectrum and would be happy where needed to do meet and greets before the show, and to create accessible performances.
Meet and greet the masks (10 minutes, after the show - or before for an "accessible session" )
Mask workshop (1 hour, up to 15 children) included in price
Mask workshop (1 hour, up to 30 children), 75 pounds
Half day mask workshop (up to 30 children) 300 pounds
800 pounds per day (Venue)
For rural touring, schools, or for more than one day in a venue (digressive rates) please contact us.
