Packing a punch for the New Year, Miracle Theatre are back in full force with their new touring production – the first UK theatre adaptation of Kurt Vonnegut’s seminal 60’s novel Cat's Cradle, a brilliant satire which became an instant best seller when it was published in 1963. Performing at: Bridport Arts Centre Friday 6 February at 7.30pm
After helping develop the atomic bomb, fictional scientist Dr Hoenikker creates Ice Nine, a chemical that can turn water solid. He keeps Ice Nine a closely guarded secret but, on his death, makes the big mistake of dividing the only existing sample between his three dysfunctional children. This sets in train a series of humorous and improbable events, resulting in a rather low-key Armageddon!
This classic satire on modern science is full of bizarre but all-too-human characters. Like Vonnegut, Miracle Theatre’s adaptation of Cat’s Cradle explores serious themes through laughter and is a perfect vehicle for Miracle’s blend of physical theatre, comedy, film and music.
Artistic director Bill Scott, who has worked on many of Miracle’s productions, blurs the boundaries between projected film and live theatre in this highly visual and innovative adaptation. Set to a digital backdrop the dynamic cast of five merge between stage and screen, which the British Theatre Guide said provides “endless opportunities for surrealist wit, all of which are seized upon with gusto”.
Miracle’s version of Cat’s Cradle bears as much relevance today as the novel did on its release some forty years ago. This thought-provoking adaptation encourages viewers to consider big issues of contemporary times; the vast topic of religion, for example, as well as the advancement of science and its impact on the world if it goes wrong.
Miracle Theatre Company has been touring South West England for over 25 years and is one of the most popular professional touring theatre companies in the country. Don’t miss them in this zany satire, performing at five Artsreach venues in rural Dorset. (Recommended age 12+)
“A production which is as enjoyable as it is ambitious, leaving a wackily shaped imprint on a thought-provoking story” – British Theatre Guide
“Ingenious and thoughtful adaptation” – Western Morning News
Performing at:
Bridport Arts Centre Friday 6 February at 7.30pm
