PREVIEW: The Snow Queen at NVT

New Venture Theatre are presenting a modern version of the Hans Christian Andersen story, The Snow Queen, adapted and directed by Andrew Allen.

“Sometimes on a cold winter’s night, if you look through your window, you will see the Snow Queen as she flies through our town. She is very beautiful and her skin looks just like ice…”

As the dark nights draw in,  join Gerda as she journeys across the world and through the seasons to save her best friend Kai from the cold clutches of the Snow Queen. On her way, she meets all manner of magical creatures and enchanting friends to help in her quest.

A story that’s genuinely for all ages, updated for the age we live in.

Director Andrew Allen said: “We want this production to be the reason that a child falls in love with theatre for the rest of their life. To come out of the building wide-eyed and open mouthed, in love with all the characters, and with Gerda as their personal champion.”

“This is a vibrant and relevant production no matter who you are, or how old you are. There are no passive princesses waiting to be saved here, but lots of exciting characters who come together to help Gerda on her journey to the Snow Queen’s palace.”

Andrew Allen has been involved with the NVT for a number of years as writer, director, improviser, workshop leader and actor. He has appeared as Frank in Steven Berkoff’s ‘Kvetch’ and Yvan in ‘Art’ (Brighton and Hove Drama Awards – Best Play, Best Actor, 2009). He directed an innovative production of Euripides’ Medea in 2012 and also his own play, the fast moving comedy thriller ‘Four Play’ for the Brighton Festival Fringe 2011.

THIS PRODUCTION WILL TAKE PLACE IN THE THEATRE UPSTAIRS – Note access is by stairs only and may not be suitable for those with mobility difficulties.

Event: The Snow Queen by Hans Christian Andersen

Where: New Venture Theatre,  Bedford Pl, Hove, Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2PT

When: December Friday 5- Saturday 13 (no Monday evening)

Time: 7.45pm. Matinee: Sunday 7 at 2.30pm

Tickets:  £9 (Final Fri/Sat £10) First Fri & Tues £8

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