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 THE SNOW QUEEN By Neil Duffield Based on the story by Hans Andersen Previously performed by: Watermill Theatre, Newbury (2006) Midlands Arts Centre (2004) Dukes Theatre, Lancaster (2003) Octagon Theatre, Bolton (2002) M6 Theatre, Rochdale Gateway Theatre, Chester Action Transport Theatre, Cheshire MINIMUM
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SIZE 6 What the press say about it: “
…children’s theatre at its best – and there is enough to keep the
adults entertained too.” "...full of frost bright colours, crunchy tunes and tangy originality...a quality show for children....so potent that ancient symbols really seemed to work in new ways..." THE GUARDIAN "...simple, unaffected theatrical magic... about keeping faith with your beliefs." SUNDAY TIMES "... a sizzling seasonal show to melt the hearts of the
whole family......great Christmas entertainment. What more could you ask?" "...smashing entertainment for youngsters." MIDDLETON GUARDIAN "....a sure-fire hit with this seasonal stunner which has wowed audiences since it began its sparkling run..." HEYWOOD GUARDIAN "What a great show the Snow Queen is ….It's essentially for children but no adult with a pulse could fail to have their heart melted by it….. go and see it, it's great." READING EVENING POST "The audience of school children (were) clearly mesmerised by the adaptation…… powerful magic, shot through with romantic images." REVIEWSGATE “thoroughly enjoyable Christmas entertainment… Neil Duffield's excellent script” OXFORD TIMES
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