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Drive The Cold Winter Away
06 December 2024 @ 7.30pm to 9.30pm
About Drive The Cold Winter Away
A themed musical show with a spoken narrative
Just below the surface of the familiar Christmas music and customs lies a deeper, sometimes unsettling, sometimes amusing, but always intriguing mix of myth and history.
Four-piece folk band Moonrakers (cello, harp, guitar, whistles, keyboard and female/male vocals) presents a unique and exciting show that explores customs, superstitions and rituals relating to winter in Britain.
The show includes songs and tunes (traditional and contemporary) linked with a narrative that explains where this music comes from, what lies behind some of these weird tales, and how they still resonate with us today.
It takes you on a journey through history, reminding you of how ordinary people dealt with the hardships and joys of the dark winter months.
The show is not just a beautiful listening experience; it is also participatory, with choruses, percussion, and a few laughs. It is suitable for older children and adults. Thematically, it ties in with calendar events (Christmas, Winter Solstice, Spring) and environmental issues.
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Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Prices:
Standard tickets – £18.00
Duration:
90 minutes, plus an interval
Dates & time:
Doors open at 7.00pm