10–12 and 16–19 October at 7.30pm / 2.30pm matinee on Saturday 19 October
The Grand-Guignol in Paris gained worldwide notoriety as the ‘Theatre of Horror’ until it closed in the 1960s. The venue specialised in short plays, giving its audience a rollercoaster ride of gruesome horror plays interspersed with hilarious comedies. It was a guaranteed ‘good night out’ of chills and thrills with as many belly-laughs as bloodcurdling screams.
In this rare opportunity, our ensemble will bring this long-dead theatre back to vivid life with a selection of the extraordinary plays that both terrified and titillated the audiences of the past… But don’t get too comfortable – there may be some modern surprises too…!
PLEASE NOTE: the show contains graphic violence, horror effects, sexual content, including themes of child sex abuse. DO NOT ATTEND IF YOU MIGHT FIND SUCH MATERIAL UPSETTING.
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| Photography: Sean Owen of Reflective Arts |
"Went to see the Grand Guignol production at the Sewell Barn yesterday, Wonderful, funny, thoughtful and brilliant. Well done everyone involved!" Etta
"Excellent show... scary, funny, surprises... well done to all involved, don't miss it." Ruth
"Fantastic show last night! Wonderfully dark and disturbing (and funny in parts)! Well done to all the cast and crew on a superbly staged show. Trick or treat yourself to a ticket while you can…" Lisa
"[A] testament to [Richard] Hand as a director is the sheer talent and versatility of his cast. It is rare to see such a strong ensemble, but here a group of just fifteen manage to fully flesh out the world of six different plays. The multi-roling demanded to achieve the vast tonal differences of the shows is met with aplomb by the actors." Niamh Duncan, UK Theatre Network [click here for full review]
"As the AD of The National Edgar Allan Poe Theatre, I’m lucky enough to have been in the theatre in Norwich [for] opening night yesterday, when this reviewer saw this wonderful show, curated and directed by long-time Poe Theatre collaborator Richard Hand. I’m honored to be hosting a talk-back following [Friday's] show. Poe was a huge influence on the Theatre du Grand Guignol. In fact, in 1903 the theatre even mounted an adaptation of "The System of Dr. Tarr and Professor Fether." If you live anywhere near Norwich (UK), you don’t want to miss this spooky and fun evening of classic horror theatre." Alex Zavistovich
"The pieces are performed by a fifteen-strong ensemble, with many appearing across the pieces – Shem Jacobs gives several contrasting, skilful performances, with Alexandra Evans also putting in multiple impressive appearances." James Goffin - Cultivated [click here for full review]
"Wonderful throughout. Edgy, thought-provoking - well done!" First night audience member comment
"It's brilliant. The best thing I've ever seen at Sewell Barn!" Clint
"Loved every minute of it, you created such a great atmosphere too." Penny
Book on www.ticketsource.co.uk/sewellbarn or 0333 666 3366.
PLEASE NOTE: the show contains graphic violence, horror effects, sexual content, including themes of child sex abuse. DO NOT ATTEND IF YOU MIGHT FIND SUCH MATERIAL UPSETTING.
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