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Theatre
Theatre previews from around the region
Miss Julie Belgrade Theatre, Coventry, Thurs 8 - Sat 10 July
August Strindberg’s 1888 play - exploring issues including class, love, lust and the battle of the sexes - is widely considered to be the
Coppelia: A Mystery New Vic Theatre, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Fri 16 July - Sat 7 August
author’s greatest work. It’s set on Midsummer's Eve on the estate of a Count in Sweden, where, during a party, the aristocratic Miss Julie finds herself drawn to the kitchen - and to her father’s socially ambitious valet, Jean. But harmless flirtation soon turns into something more, and a ferocious power struggle ensues.
Inviting its audience on a journey ‘across an enchanting Victorian world, from outdoors and indoors and back again’, this hour-long production was originally scheduled to show at the New Vic (pictured) late last year.
These Hills Are Ours Midlands Arts Centre, Birmingham, Thurs 15 July
On a wintry Victorian street, a young girl is determined to discover the curious secret of the mysterious Doctor Coppelius’ magical toyshop... 24 whatsonlive.co.uk
Writer and theatre-maker Daniel Bye here collaborates with Chumbawamba founder member Boff Whalley to present an original and thought-provoking show about ‘running away’. Performed via story and song, the piece focuses on Dan and Boff’s decision to put on their running shoes and head for the hills. In so doing, they hoped not only to escape the restrictions of upbringing, class and politics, but also to celebrate ‘wild places
and our freedom to roam them’. The show runs for 90 minutes and is suitable for audience members aged 14 and older.
Avenue Q Old Joint Stock Theatre, Birmingham, Various dates between Tues 27 July & Sat 21 August
This Tony Award-winning musical focuses on subjects including dating, racism, being gay and finding your purpose in life. At the centre of the story is Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate with a tiny bank balance who, as he sets out on a voyage of self-discovery, finds himself being easily distracted by a busty blonde and a plethora of weird and wonderful friends.
