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We Will Be Free!
The Story of the Tolpuddle Martyrs
Wed 23 Apr 2014
Guildhall Theatre
Running Time: 2 hours - approximate, including any interval(s).
About the Event
The true story of the Tolpuddle Martrys who were transported from Dorset to Australia for forming a trade union. See their courageous story told with entertaining theatrical style, music, political cartoon and puppetry.
A fantastic opportunity to see the true story of George and Betsy Loveless and the Dorset farm labourers that were convicted and transported by an oppressive Government for swearing a secret oath and forming a Trade Union in 1834 to fight against a succession of wage cuts inflicted by the local landowner.
This inspirational story of their determination, solidarity and courage is told using our entertaining theatrical style, political cartoon, puppetry, and the musical arrangements of revered folk singer and squeezebox player John Kirkpatrick. The performers are Neil Gore and Elizabeth Eves, best actress nominee Edinburgh Fringe/The Stage Awards 2013.
“Charming, family-friendly, inventive and enjoyable...heartwarming and silly in just the right places.” ★★★★ Tom Wicker, Fest
“This utterly charming play is a delight.” ★★★★ Charlotte Runcie, The List
“Genuine sentiment and hearty good fun...it comes with a hearty recommendation.” ★★★★★ John Kennedy, Edinburgh Reporter
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Reviews
“Grand, populist theatre that is determined to keep history alive. A must see!” Thom Dibdin, The Stage
“Charming, family-friendly, inventive and enjoyable...heartwarming and silly in just the right places.” ★★★★ Tom Wicker, Fest
“A fast-paced, varied and hugely enjoyable production.” ★★★★ Hugh Simpson, All Edinburgh Theatre
“This utterly charming play is a delight.” ★★★★ Charlotte Runcie, The List
“Genuine sentiment and hearty good fun...it comes with a hearty recommendation.” ★★★★★ John Kennedy, Edinburgh Reporter
“Both Neil Gore and Elizabeth Eves are fantastic...I think we have seen the future of good folk drama.” Donald C Stewart, Fringe Review
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