A series of events to celebrate the start of rehearsals…
We’re so excited to be rehearsing Atom and Luna at Harwich Arts and Heritage Centre we’ve set up some special events which we’d love you all to come to!
Under Milk Wood - special screening with director Kevin Allen and co adaptor Murray Lachlan Young
First up, we're kicking off the festivities with a one off screening of the iconic Under Milk Wood. Featuring the incredible talents of Rhys Ifans and Charlotte Church, this cinematic rareity boasts a screenplay co-adapted by our very own Murray Lachlan Young.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8EqW034EpfE
The film’s director - Kevin Allen (Twin Town, La Cha Cha, Treasure Island, The Big Tease) will join Murray for a post show Q and A
When: 4th September, from 7pm
Where: Harwich Electric Picture Palace, one of the worlds oldest purpose built and least altered cinemas
Tickets: £8
Tales from the Forest
To celebrate the publication of Tales from the Forest we are hosting two very different events in fabulous independent book shops here in the East.
In Tales from the Forest Murray Lachlan Young’s enchanting story poems weave a spellbinding tale of how Atom and Luna came to be. Bek Palmer’s breathtaking illustrations bring the forest to life with vibrant colours and enchanting detail.
Full of lyrical beauty and more than a sprinkle of magic, Tales from the Forest is a perfect book to share with young explorers. Let your imagination run wild as you discover the secrets of the woods!
Our first event is a family-friendly affair, taking place at the charming Nose bookshop in Walton on the Naze. Murray will read from Tales from the Forest and his other work for children, offer writing tips, and reveal the inspiration behind Atom and Luna.
When: Wednesday, 28 August, 5pm
Where: Nose Bookshop, Walton on the Naze
Tickets: Sign up for your free tickets here
For a more mature audience, we're hosting an exclusive event at Wivenhoe Bookshop exploring Murray’s work for families and adults, and the unique role Wivenhoe has played in the development of Funnelwick Limb’s work. No subject is off limits and we’ll range across Murray’s work as well as re-live Raddlesham Mumps and delve into Tales from the Forest. Something of a one off this one so do grab your tickets while you can!
When: Tuesday, 3 September, 7pm
Where: The Annexe, St MArys Church hosted by Wivenhoe Bookshop
Tickets: £6 [link] includes a glass of wine etc
And of course you can still watch/listen to Atom and Luna:Tales from the Forest over on our website here
And then the show opens…
And then we will be off. Rehearsals will be over and The Chronicles of Atom and Luna will preview at the Harwich Arts and Heritage Centre on September 13th ahead of its national tour. Don't miss your chance to be among the first to experience this extraordinary theatrical journey.
When: Friday, 13 September, 4pm & 7pm
Where: Harwich Arts and Heritage Centre
Tickets: [link for 4pm] [link for 7pm]
Full tour dates are of course here
We look forward to seeing you!
