His Dark Materials
His Dark Materials New UK Stage Version
joannal posted on Apr 24, 2009 at 11:53AM
Birmingham Repertory Theatre Company and West Yorkshire Playhouse present
His Dark Materials Based on the trilogy of novels by Philip Pullman Adapted by Nicholas Wright Directed by Rachel Kavanaugh & Sarah Esdaile Philip Pullman’s award-winning epic fantasy, His Dark Materials will be brought to life in a major new production at Birmingham Repertory Theatre from March 13 to April 18, before beginning a UK tour, ending at the West Yorkshire Playhouse 28 May to 20 June. Daemons, armoured bears, witches, gyptians and cliff-ghasts are just some of the magical creations from Pullman’s best-selling trilogy. The riveting story has been adapted for the stage into two plays by Nicholas Wright and will be directed by The REP’s Artistic Director Rachel Kavanaugh and director Sarah Esdaile who are working with specialist puppet company Blind Summit Theatre, designer Ruari Murchison and a company of 25 actors to bring Pullman’s magical worlds to life. Coming soon to the West Yorkshire Playhouse Leeds, UK Special Events at West Yorkshire Playhouse: In Conversation with Philip Pullman – Monday 1st June 4.30pm. Tickets £1 book online at: link After Show Discussion – with the acting company: Friday 12th June Tickets: £15 - £25 with concessions available. Book for both parts to receive a 15% discount. Box Office: 0113 213 7700 Online booking: www.wyp.org.uk |