RABBLE Theatre has announced that the research and development stage of their latest production, William The Conqueror.
The play is is currently in development and will explore the life of the first Norman King of England, who came to power following the Battle of Hastings in 1066.
Following a week of development, the company is now set to share a film they’ve created which will give a taste of the show, as well as explaining a number of ways that people can get involved with the development.
As well as inviting schools to take part during the development phase, RABBLE is also welcoming work experience students aged between 17-50.
The company has worked with Virtue School of Gymnastics and Urban Stylez Dance School to explore whether parkour and street dance can be combined with combat and movement.
After a break during the summer, RABBLE will put together its arts council application with a view to conducting a national tour and finalise venues.
While the project was intended to see a preview showing in Reading Gaol, RABBLE announced that health and safety complications would see a necessary change of venue, with the event now set to take place in St Laurence Church, founded in 1121.
With investment from Arts Council England, the project is being developed ahead of the Conqueror’s millennium birthday in 2027/8.
The production is written by associate writer Beth Flintoff, featuring actor and artistic director Toby Davies, who played Henry I in the titular production, fight director Dani Mac, and movement director Gareth Taylor.
Following the development RABBLE gave thanks to its supporters after “a busy, productive week, which wouldn’t be possible without our RABBLE Rousers, corporate sponsors – The Blade, Haslams, REDA and The Roseate Hotel – and the investment of Arts Council England (funded by national lottery players), so we’d like to say a huge thank you to each of them.”
Full details about RABBLE, including upcoming productions, are available via: rabbletheatre.com
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