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PRODUCTIONS
Here you can find details of our previous productions. Shows that are available for booking are indicated.
A SONG IN THE SQUALL
“We are creatures of the water. Before we walk... we swim"
Currently in the early stages of development, this swashbuckling, family-focused folk tale celebrates courage, collaboration and the freedom to chart your own course.
Combining storytelling, puppetry and interactive sea shanties, the play invites audiences to step aboard a ship and become part of its crew.
Coming Spring 2028. R&D sharing November 6th.
BELLA
Meet Bella, a beautiful Asian elephant, and her human companion Kyra on their heartfelt search for Bella’s herd.
As they travel across the country, Bella and Kyra discover the true meaning of community — and learn how we can all care for one another no matter what our species. Brought to life by three highly skilled puppeteers, Bella is a promenade show that bridges the magic of imagination with real-world themes.
Told in three stand-alone sections, audiences can join for all or part of the journey. Click here to discover more.
"Bella the elephant was a delight at Hat Fair, entrancing all who encountered her as she meandered around exploring and encountering young and old alike. A great addition to any Outdoor Arts experience!" Deryck Newland, Chief Executive and Artistic Director, Hatfair: Part of Play to the Crowd & Theatre Royal Winchester
Currently booking a Summer 2028 tour
THE LEAVES (R&D)
Animate held a 3-day shadow puppetry R&D to explore lighting and colour, scale, and various storytelling techniques.
As part of the R&D, we also hosted a 'Make Your Own Shadow Puppet Box' community workshop and presented a free-to-attend public sharing of what we'd discovered.
This project was supported by Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council.
Animate would like to thank Four Lanes Trust for additional funding, Mary and the rest of the Proteus Theatre team for welcoming us into their Creation Space, Becky and Nick from Scratchbuilt Productions for their collaboration and guidance, Ross Harvie and Alison Hamilton.
More footage and imagery from the R&D can be seen on our Instagram here.
Not currenty available to book
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