Archive Adults With Learning Disabilities Shows
Full Circle 2008 written by Glenys Evans, directed by Gaynor Lougher.
Full Circle is inspired by the true story of Andrew Williams, a man with Down's Syndrome who climbed Everest in 1996. With dogged determination, Andrew pursued his dreams and, through the support of his circle of friends, fulfilled the seemingly impossible.
Ruling The Roost 2007 written by Glenys Evans, directed by Louise Osborn.
In Ruling the Roost we meet three generations of the same family who each have different needs, different values and different lifestyles. Old Mama lives where she has always lived, on a Mediterranean island amid her lavender bushes and her chickens - her battle with the goat is as constant as her breathing. But she is slowing down, letting things slip, finding the daily chores a struggle … yet the sun is warm and the bees buzz.
Seize The Day 2006 written by Glenys Evans, directed by Gaynor Lougher.
Mary, the new maid downstairs, struggling to learn the ropes in the house of Lord and Lady Webb. Stripped of her freedom and her name, Mary is drawn into the world of 'upstairs' by the daughter of the house. When her love for Lord Webb's groom, Harry blossoms, the danger of losing her job as well as her heart grows. Perceptions challenged, obstacles overcome and prejudices revaluated in a thought-provoking tale of breaking out.
To Have And To Hold 2005 devised by the company.
A new devised play about marriage... relationships... friendship, based on research and real-life stories of people with learning disabilities. Explores the trials and tribulations, the joys and jubilations of a brother and sister ... when he gets married and she meets a very special friend.
Into My Own 2004 written by Glenys Evans, directed by Gaynor Lougher.
Explores the relationship between parents and offspring. Due to illness Anne's mother is unable to care for her and responsibility falls on Ken, Anne's brother. Due to family commitments Ken is unable to give long term support. The play deals with issues surrounding a move to independent living. There are two lasting bequests we can give our children, one is roots and the other is wings.
Productions
Current Productions 2008
Future Productions 2009
Past Productions 2008
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