Most of the formal work for Spot On this year was done by Rob and Lyndsey. Due to other work commitments, I only managed a short weekend at the Festival but I saw:
Angus, by Horse and Bamboo
Highlights have already reviewed this. Horse and Bamboo theatre are local to Spot On. Its a lovely piece of work, which would work well in rural venues, if we can sell it to an audience south of the border and finds ways of universalising the story
The Boat Factory by Happenstance Theatre
Based in Northern Ireland, this company have a strong track record of touring to communities. The show, written and performed by Dan Gordon, is the story of his father's work life at the Belfast shipyard known for building the Titanic. Its perfect for rural touring. Easy set, great humour, a story of working men's lives which can be appreciated by many, and only 2 actors. If we can find a way to make a tour across the Irish sea affordable, I would book this immediately
End to End by the Gramophones
This young company have been mentored by New Perspectives. Its a tale of three young women who try to get from end to end of the UK using as many difference forms of transport as possible. It details some of their adventures. But its more than that, and by the end reveals a beautifully thought out structure to the project which includes every audience member being given seeds and a challenge to fulfill on a postcard. Needs some shaping and a little development, but I would book it.
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