Edinburgh Village Hall 2012: Ellen Thorpe

Name of company	Kipper Tie
Name of show	Ugly Duckling
Genre	Children’s Theatre
Venue	C Chambers
Date	8.8.12

Review A play for children about the ‘ugly duckling’ story – the message ’that being different’ is unimportant was explored in  a variety of ways with different animal characters encountered by the ‘ugly’ duckling.  The two actors were good performers who sang and danced their way through the show.  The songs were good and interesting signing – not sure if it was BSL or not – hand movements for the audience to follow and copy and join in.  The Ugly Duckling sang a catchy refrain throughout and the children in the audience picked up and joined in with the repetition.  The show was alternated between lively scenes when the signet met new characters and the sad refrain when it felt lonely and without friends.

Why is the work suitable or not suitable / ready for rural touring ?	Ready to tour and suitable for children.  2 performers and a technician.
Why would you book them ?  or  Why wouldn’t you book them ?	Yes I would book the show – it is only aimed at children
Why would it be worth pursuing this company to consider work in the future? Or not  ?	Possibly