The River Runner
Saturday 15th February, 2pm
The River Runner is a magical family show, featuring a live original score of soaring folk tunes and ballads. It tells the exhilarating true-life story of a brilliant young woman who uses her amazing ice-skating skills to defeat a cruel landlord and set her village free.
“An ageless folk tale, the triumph of courage and hope over greed…”
It’s 1901 in Isleham village, Cambridgeshire and Annabelle Howgego is the best ice-skater for miles around. Once a year, the watery Fens freeze smooth and white, and the villagers prepare to race each other for prizes of bread and meat.
Inspired by accounts of female Fenland ice skaters in the early twentieth century, this is an adventure story which explores family, female sport and the rural experience.
Glimmer Theatre reveal a community’s resilience, inspired by the talents and bravery of one Cambridgeshire woman through live folk music, fine acting and some beautiful scenery.
“Glimmer Theatre are an extraordinary reminder of theatre’s real, and lingering, magic.” The Prickle
Glimmer is a theatre company telling compelling stories for audiences of all ages, particularly female-led tales of action and adventure, rediscovering secret histories of people whose input in our culture has been forgotten.
Co-produced by Farnham Maltings
Tickets:
£15* per person
£46* Family ticket (Admits up to four, must be at least one adult as part of group.)
Running Times: 75 minutes
Suitable for ages 7+
*A £2 ticket booking fee applies when booking online and in person. The booking fee covers costs charged to the charity for the booking system and payment processing.
