Age range: 5+
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MONSTRO Theatre’s new show The King of Nothing is an anarchic piece of musical puppet theatre inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s classic The Emperor’s New Clothes.
Two giant carpet bags begin to rustle. Out pops a hand. A head. A ukulele… It’s a pair of professional Swindlers (or are they actors?) on the run from their latest Swindling job. The two rogues proceed to swindle the audience into believing we can see all sorts of things: a palace, a crew of cringing courtiers and a very vain King.
The King loves clothes. The only question of state is: what to wear? Day at the seaside? The polka-spotted swimsuit! Night at the Disco? The gold sequins! Riots in the streets? The suit of armour! Our lovable Swindlers (oh, sorry: “Weavers”) soon have this one covered, offering the foppish King a suit made of this wonderful magical fabric they are weaving. You know the one. The magical one that YOU CAN’T SEE IF YOU’RE STUPID! Oh yes, that one. Isn’t it beautiful? Oh yes, agree all the King’s courtiers. Oh yes, agrees the King, as the Swindlers adeptly pull his puppet-strings.
The day of the Big Parade arrives, and it’s not so much that the King has nothing to wear: it’s that he has to Wear Nothing! What will happen when the naked truth emerges? Who will be found out first? And…hang on a minute…where are those “Weavers”…?
True to Hans Christian Andersen’s original, The King of Nothing reminds us how our endless human desire for status and approval can lead us to believe in all kinds of things that simply don’t exist…
Much Ado about Jazz with Chris Gumley and Al Gurr at Upton Magna VH last night - absolutely brilliant night. Such fantastically talented musicians!
Bev Horsley
Excellent venue, interesting choice of films, good choice of refreshments and value for money. Very happy, friendly event. We look forward to coming to Colwall.
Audience feedback - Colwall
I am so pleased I was able to see the film, as is was intended on the big screen. Much better than watching it at home on the television.
Audience feedback - Aston on Clun
Really like the warm intimate atmosphere of these local productions, thank you!
Audience feedback - Aston on Clun
A lovely venue: warm, friendly organisers, quality refreshments, easy booking system.
Audience feedback - Aston on Clun
Excellent service only way some people can see recent films.
Audience feedback - Lingen Village Hall
Most films we've seen are enjoyable, well-chosen for the audience and very entertaining at times. Very well run by the group, especially the refreshments at intermission.
Audience feedback - Lingen
An exciting community resource in this isolated village. 'A taste of culture'.
Audience feedback - Lingen Village Hall
This venue at Tasley is extremely well organised, films are well varied for a mixed audience.
Audience feedback - Tasley
The organisers were very welcoming and offered drinks and cake as everyone arrived. The film (Ali & Ava) was different and gave an insight to other peoples lives. This is why I go to Flicks in the Sticks : to see other films rather than Box Office blockbusters and get a glimpse into other cultures around the world.
Audience feedback - All Stretton