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Be enthralled by this epic musical folktale told on a miniature scale. A Heart at Sea uses haunting live music to tell the story of a young Boy who bottles up his heart and throws it into the sea. Original song-writing is set to breathtaking visuals centred around a beautifully carved wooden chest that holds the secrets to the story. Intricate puppets are swept through a transforming wooden world created by the spectacular chest. Be astounded as backdrops flip up, pirouette and change, sending the Boy tumbling through danger and discovery. Puppets roam on this unique contraption to recount the story of whales, tiny boats, sea captains and beards. The original songs, composed by Avi Simmons, knit together the atmospheric tale through live vocals, instruments and a loop station. The music sweeps through echoing soundscapes to create a visceral, heart-warming experience. Join our hero as he embarks on a wild, nautical journey to recover his missing heart. This is a piece of stunning visual storytelling and intimate gig-theatre that will resonate with all ages. Recommended for ages 7+ and beyond. For all enquires about the show A Heart at Sea please email: touring@halfastring.co.uk |
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“'A Heart At Sea’ is an emotional, ingeniously imaginative piece of storytelling...Young or old, this show tugs at heartstrings alike.”
(Young Perspective, Aug 2017) 
“The beauty of this show is indescribable...remarkable in its design and a breathtaking delight in its delivery”
(Edinburgh Guide, Aug 2017) 
“The hauntingly beautiful live music and magical puppetry conjure up the wondrous miniature world of A Heart at Sea. This is a show that deals with momentous themes such as love and loss with a beautiful sensitivity and a lightness of touch. An uplifting story that will stay in children’s hearts for a very long time.”
(Beth Cuenco, Director of WiseWords Festival, March 2017) 
“Ingenious wooden creations and eloquent puppetry...this is a warm-hearted, joyful affirmation of life's richness, with plenty to delight adults and children alike.”
(The LIST, Aug 2017) 
“a delightfully charming and immaculately produced tale of triumph, travel and terrific adventure told through innovative puppetry and wonderfully lyrical song.”
(Broadway Baby, Aug 2017) 
“[A Heart at Sea] propels its twin assets of set innovation and musical
excellence to its forefront to deliver an utterly charming hour of theatre…simply sublime” (The Wee Review, Aug 2017) |
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Creative Team
Puppeteer & Designer: Peter Morton
Musician & Writer: Avi Simmons
Outside Ears and Eyes: Emma Willatts & Matthew Sharp
Music Consultant: Richard Navarro
Lighting Design: Ines Minkiewicz
Musician & Writer: Avi Simmons
Outside Ears and Eyes: Emma Willatts & Matthew Sharp
Music Consultant: Richard Navarro
Lighting Design: Ines Minkiewicz
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This is the visual story guide that was produced to go alongside the show and was created in association with Kent's Autism Festival.
WARNING CONTAIN SPOILERS |
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Sample Tracks Here:
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