"This extraordinary and exhilarating show is as good as Shared Experience's adult productions at their best. This is a show of many colours that is as beautiful and shimmering as the butterflies that haunt the river's banks." Lyn Gardner - The Guardian
Following a sell-out run at London's new Unicorn Theatre in February and March 2006 and a successful national tour, Rosamunde Hutt's critically acclaimed production of Eva Ibbotson's hit novel returned to the Unicorn Theatre for Christmas 2006.
Maia, an orphan child is sent to Manaus, Brazil to live with her only remaining living relatives, Mr & Mrs Clifford Carter and their twin daughters Beatrice and Gwendolyn.
However, the Carters turn out not to be the loving family Maia had hoped for, but a greater discovery lies in store for her...
David played Mr Carter, Sergei, Mr Murray and classical guitar in this tightly woven ensemble work in which music, dance and larger-than-life characters combine to create a piece of unforgettable theatre.
Featuring most of the original cast, Journey to the River Sea played its second run at Unicorn Theatre, London from 8th December 2006 - 28th January 2007.
"This extraordinary and exhilarating show is as good as Shared Experience's
adult productions at their best. This is a show of many colours that is as beautiful and shimmering as the butterflies that
haunt the river's banks."
Lyn Gardner - The Guardian
**** "The cast is outstandingly strong and versatile ... Dazzling ...
Packs theatrical punch."
Susan Elkin - The Stage
**** "Even better in its revival than in its first outing ... I love the way Rosamunde Hutt uses the multi-talented cast ... an exceptionally strong cast"
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Susan Elkin - The Stage
**** Critics Choice "A fluid and dynamic theatrical experience that kids responded to brilliantly." Lisa Mullen - Time Out
"The perfect antidote to Christmas in Britain." Observer Theatre Top 50, Christmas 2006
**** "Immensely popular on it's last near perfect run ... Visually spectacular ... this dynamic creation will stay with your children and definitely whet their appetite for further jaunts to the theatre." LondonTown.Com
Maia: Lucy Rivers
Finn / Sir Aubrey: Liam Lane
Clovis / Mrs Carter: John Cockerill
Furo/Professor: William Elliot
Mr Carter / Sergei / Mr Murray : David Smith
Mrs Minton : Julie Hewlett
Beatrice / Trapwood / Mrs Bates: Sam Adams
Gwendolyn / Low / Tapi: Nina Kristopherson
Director: Rosamunde Hutt
Designer: Nettie Scriven
Lighting: Ceri James
Music: Matthew Bailey
Choreographer: Jeanefer Jean-Charles
Additional Movement Direction: Lawrence Evans
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At Unicorn Theatre 9th February - 25th March 2006 |
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March 2006 |
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Gala Theatre, |
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Wed 29th |
1.30 |
7.00 |
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Thurs 30th |
1.30 |
7.00 |
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Fri 31st |
10.00 |
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April 2006 |
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Sat 1st |
1.30 |
7.00 |
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macrobert, |
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Wed 12th |
11.00 |
15.00 |
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Thurs 13th |
11.00 |
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Fri 14th |
14.00 |
19.00 |
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Sat 15th |
11.00 |
15.00 |
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Clwyd Theatr Cymru |
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Thurs 20th |
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19.00 |
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Fri 21st |
14.30 |
19.00 |
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Sat 22nd |
14.30 |
19.00 |
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Lighthouse, |
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Wed 26th |
12.30 |
16.30 |
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Thurs 27th |
12.30 |
19.00 |
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Fri 28th |
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19.00 |
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Sat 29th |
14.30 |
19.00 |
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May 2006 |
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York Theatre Royal |
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Wed 3rd |
13.30 |
19.00 |
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Thurs 4th |
13.30 |
19.00 |
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Fri 5th |
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19.00 |
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Sat 6th |
14.00 |
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