The Crick Crack Club presents a Storytelling Show with Ben Haggarty
The Tsar’s winter palace has a demon problem, and there’s only one man with the wit, the will, and the nerve to solve it.
Join master storyteller Ben Haggarty for a thrilling retelling of a classic Russian fairytale, bursting with magical sacks, devilish bargains, wild encounters, clever tricks, and comedic quests. Collected by celebrated author (and spy) Arthur Ransome, this is a rumbustious tale of outwitting and trickery.
Ben Haggarty’s wholehearted, romper-stomper performances have earned him an international reputation for captivating audiences. His shows are energetic, playful, sometimes deliciously dark, and always full of wonder.
BEN HAGGARTY, fairytale-teller extraordinaire, has been telling stories his whole life! Ben is one of the UK’s most popular contemporary storytellers, renowned for his passionate, playful and physical performances. He tours widely. He is Honorary Professor of Storytelling at the Arts University of Berlin (UDK); for 10 years he was the official storyteller with Yo Yo Ma’s Silk Road Ensemble, and his graphic novel series ‘MeZolith’ is published by Archaia.
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Age recommendation: 8+ | Running time: 45 mins
THE INDEPENDENT
‘Haggarty tells his stories with enormous gusto and relish’
THE TIMES
‘I was spellbound’
EVERYTHING THEATRE
‘Everything a fairytale should be…this is the fresh dose of magic you need in your life’
*****
REMOTE GOAT
‘The art of storytelling is in the surest, safest hands here’
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