WE WILL BE FREE

Theatre |
5th February 2014

We Will Be Free. Townsend Productions. A new drama set in 1834 about the Tolpuddle Martyrs that follows the extraordinary true story of George and Betsy Loveless. He was a Methodist preacher and the leader of the six Dorsetshire farm labourers who were tried, convicted and condemned to harsh transportation by an oppressive Government for having the temerity to swear a secret oath and form a union to fight against a succession of wage cuts inflicted by the local landowner. using live music, new and original songs with political cartoon, animation and puppetry. Again, this story resonates with modern relevance, raising questions about present day political issues through the experiences of the past.

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Venue: Theatre
Age reccommendation: 9+

Reviews Edinburgh 2013
Liz Eves nominated for best actress by The Stage

MUST SEE The Stage
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED  Fringe Review

★★★★★ Edinburgh Reporter “Very much a play to appeal to all ages”
★★★★★ ' Excellent new play on the Tolpuddle Martyrs is a five-star triumph'
★★★★ Fest “it's a charming, family-friendly piece that presents an important bit of history inventively and enjoyably.”
★★★★ The List ‘This utterly charming play is a delight’
★★★★ All Edinburgh Theatre ‘Magnificent entertainment’

'Small but perfectly formed' Northern Echo

DATES & TIMES

5th February 2014

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