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Maklena

Sat 14 Jul 2018 - Sat 14 Jul 2018
  • Duration:1hr 30 mins (no interval)

Night Train Theatre Company presents the English-language premiere of Maklena, a poetic tragicomedy about a 13-year-old who gets lost in a fairytale vision of the Soviet Union. This production is a fresh interpretation of the 1933 Ukrainian play, which incorporates puppetry and an original score.

There will also be a post-show talk after this performance lasting no more than an hour.

Night Train Theatre Company

With a focus on original translations and new writing, Night Train is dedicated to sharing compelling stories from around the world:

"We see our night train as a conveyer of stories and voices, aiming to break boundaries and connect different parts of the globe. We are committed to finding urgent stories from different times and places, and showing their relevance in new contexts.

We use a rich palette of storytelling tools - including movement, music, and puppetry – to develop plays that are bold, immediate, and visually and aurally engaging."

For more information on the company, click here to their website.