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Cider with Rosie
Presented by ARKangel
Join ARKangel for an unforgettable evening of storytelling, live music and rich nostalgia as they bring Cider with Rosie and Laurie Lee’s beloved countryside to life - right on your doorstep. This magical performance invites you on a journey through a changing rural England, where tradition meets modernity in the wake of the First World War. With spoken word, evocative music and traditional song, the show paints a vivid picture of a time long past but still close to the heart. You’ll meet mischievous schoolchildren, eccentric villagers and the young, wide-eyed Laurie Lee himself - violinist, poet and romantic - falling headlong for the unforgettable Rosie Burdock. All of it is underscored by beautiful live music, including stirring renditions of The Lark Ascending and Land of Hope and Glory. Whether you grew up with Laurie Lee’s words or are discovering them for the first time, this is a night that will move, delight and inspire. Expect laughter, a few tears and that warm, familiar feeling of gathering with neighbours to celebrate shared stories. Perfect for fans of Laurie Lee, lovers of live music and anyone who treasures the spirit of rural life. Don’t miss this captivating evening of community, culture and connection.
“Spellbinding”– Audience Comment “Utterly sublime” - Audience Comment “a feast of music and poetry that manages to bring the primary source material alive”
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Performer's website
www.arkangel.uk.com
Running time
75 mins + 20 mins interval
Audience Type
Adults/Family
Age Range
8+
