Final stages of Chester Performs' opening night
Chester Live Youth Theatre are in the final stages of putting together their production of The Third Hand, a devised piece inspired by Chester’s myths and legends, which marks the first performance from Chester Performs. Directed by Alexandra Wardell, the show will be performed by a group of 30 talented young people aged 11 to 17 years in the ruins next to St John’s Church on Thursday 19th and Friday 20th July.
Filled with mystery and intrigue The Third Hand explores the realms of recording history through storytelling. Chester Live Youth Theatre invites you on a journey through Chester’s own story, one you won’t have heard before. Only a few tickets are left!
Alexandra Wardell, Director of Chester Live Youth Theatre, said:
“The Third Hand is inspired by traditional myths, legends and folk stories – our stimulus being the city of Chester itself. The script is totally original and documents an alternative history of Chester through the ages. All the stories have been created by the group after weeks of devising workshops.”
If you are interested in taking part in future Chester Performs projects please contact amber@chesterperforms.com
Chester Live Youth Theatre will be performing The Third Hand at 8pm in the Ruins next to St John the Baptist Church, Grosvenor Park (opposite Chester Visitor’s Centre on Vicar’s Lane) on Thursday July 19 and Friday July 20. Tickets cost £5/£3.50 concessions (pre-booking essential). For ticket enquiries and further information please contact Amber Jones at Chester Performs on 01244 409113 or email amber@chesterperforms.com (this is a site specific performance, parts of which will take place on uneven ground. If you have any access requirements please let us know when booking).
Please note this production is outdoors and whilst every step has been taken to ensure both evenings meet with your expectations we are unable to book the weather! We would therefore advise you to wear appropriate clothing and footwear and bring along an umbrella in the event of rain.
Chester Performs is supported by Chester City Council, Arts Council of England (Northwest) and Cheshire County Council.
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Background Chester Performs is overseeing the development of the city’s new performing arts centre, which will open in 2011. Set to challenge audiences with a series of high profile performing arts events and community projects Chester Performs aims is to broaden horizons and raise the level of expectation in the performing arts both in Chester and Cheshire.
Following the closure of Chester Gateway Theatre, Chester Performs will be working with the region’s artists and communities and plans to stage work in non-traditional and outdoor spaces across the region. Cutting edge performances will take place on the streets of Chester, by the River Dee and around the Roman walls. These projects will involve street performers and aerial artists, musicians, dancers, actors, visual and sonic artists, installations and performance art.
Further details of Chester Performs’ programme to be announced shortly
Chester Performs Contacts: Amber Jones Tel: 01244 409113
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