Swiniopolis (Pigs)
by Teatr Biuro Podrņży
Due to the downpour on Thursday and due to popular demand, an extra performance of Macbeth: Who is That Bloodied Man? has been added, which replaces the 9.30pm performance of Swiniopolis.
Performed by Teatr Biuro Podròży (Poland)
In this deceptively simple Orwellian tale, the little piglets are groomed by their elders to be good and obedient citizens and taught to worship man, the great creator of their happy universe. But their carefree existence comes to an abrupt end when they discover the true intentions of their superiors.
In a humorous but grotesque cartoon style, Teatr Biuro Podroży's trademark stilt-walkers tower over the small and vulnerable in Swiniopolis (Pigs), a tragi-comic tale of little rebels with a noble cause. A great introduction for young people, there are special matinee performances.
Performed in English, suitable for audiences aged 8+, floor seating.
1, 2 & 8 August at 3pm and 8 August at 9.30pm
All tickets £10 / £5 under-18s
www.teatrbiuropodrozy.ipoznan.pl
Contego Audio Amplification is available for partially hearing people for all performances in Square 2. Headsets are essential, so please book on 020 7452 3400 or boxoffice@nationaltheatre.org.uk.
To find out about all the events in this year's Watch This Space festival and to download the brochure, visit nationaltheatre.org.uk/wts
The visit by Teatr Biuro Podróży is supported by the Adam Mickiewicz Institute as part of POLSKA! YEAR.
POLSKA! YEAR comprises over 200 projects presenting the most interesting achievements of Polish culture to the UK audience. POLSKA! YEAR is a joint initiative by the Polish Ministry of Culture and National Heritage and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The cultural programme is coordinated by the Adam Mickiewicz Institute, which is responsible for the promotion of Polish culture abroad. To find out more visit: www.PolskaYear.
Swiniopolis (Pigs) finished on: 8 August 2009
