Outdoor performances by Bamboozle

takes it outside and online

The arts play a vital role in all our lives, but here’s how one theatre is making

a difference to those who need it most WORDS BY ISATOU NDURE

The theatre company that produces immersive, accessible theatre for disabled children and tours the UK and worldwide has adapted to continue their work providing vital benefits to vulnerable families.

Bamboozle theatre company has been grateful to receive funding from Arts Council England, BBC Children in Need, The Henry Smith Charity, National Lottery Community Fund, and many local supporters, which has aided the production of new Covid-safe shows.

On the significance of their performances, Artistic Director Christopher Davies said: “One boy was in hospital when his turn came for the session. Because it was on Zoom and not in a theatre, he and his mum Jade were able to join from his hospital bed. Jade said that this was the highlight of their week in hospital.”

Through the pandemic, Bamboozle created new ways of reaching families after having to cancel all fundraising events and three projects including a performance at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford.

Christopher added: “We wanted to connect more personally than with just the online content – which is certainly valued by our families – so we created five further projects.”

Bamboozle considered outdoor activities for families for many years and the pandemic made it possible. The five new productions take place outside.

These projects have been successful with audiences, with senior teacher Jaqueline Wheble at Oaklands School, Edinburgh commenting on the company’s Down to Earth outdoor production: “The way young people were included in the world of the play was magical. Bamboozle made it look so simple and effortless when we know how hard it is to engage with and make theatre relevant for our pupils.”

To find out more about each show, book online, or to donate, visit bamboozletheatre.co.uk/shows.

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