Theatre
1 - 5 May 2012
The Crowstarver
One moonlit night on Outoverdown Farm, just before the outbreak of the Second World War, a baby is discovered with a note pinned to its shawl – ‘Please save this lamb’.
As John Joseph grows up, the mystery of his birth is not the only thing that marks him out as special. He has an amazing way with animals of all kinds – dogs, foxes, hares, horses. And when John Joseph gets a job as a crowstarver, he even loves the crows he must scare away from the newly sown corn. But life can be tough and danger is only ever a whisker away…
Packed with action, wonderful puppetry and beautiful live music, this thrilling and heartwarming production will delight and move audiences of all ages. Dick King-Smith is the writer of over a hundred titles including ‘The Sheep Pig’ on which the movie ‘Babe’ was based.
The Crowstarver is presented by Theatre Alibi with Exeter Northcott Theatre and Oxford Playhouse.
Suitable for ages 8+
Watch a clip from the 2012 production
Listen to an interview with Malcolm Hamilton, who plays John-Joseph (Spider) Sparrow.
Theatre
Rumour
£17.50, £15, £12.50
Under 16s: £15, £12.50, £10
Family group of 4 people: £42
School groups: £9 (1 teacher free for every 10 students)
Teachers: Education packs for secondary and primary schools and a DVD recording available for study purposes
For ages 8+
Running Time: 110 mins
From the book by Dick King-Smith
Adapted by Daniel Jamieson
"...uplifting and life-affirming..."
The Oxford Times
"This is immensely enjoyable theatre for children of all ages, and despite the tears you may shed, as cosseting as a warm hug."
The Guardian
“This truly is faultless theatre - moving and highly original. Don’t miss it.”
What’s On Stage
"This is intelligent, moving theatre that doesn’t shy away from asking big questions. Children will certainly learn something from it, but it will also leave adult audiences with issues to ponder long after the curtains come down."
The Stage
“Theatre Alibi are among Britain’s most inventive companies”
The Guardian
Post-Show talk: after the 1.30pm performance on Wed 2 May. Conducted by Theatre Alibi’s Artistic Director (who also directed Crowstarver) Nikki Sved
Teachers: Education packs for secondary and primary schools and a DVD recording available for study purposes
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