FULL CASTING ANNOUNCED FOR
THE BARN THEATRE PRODUCTION OF
THE BUTTERFLY LION
MICHAEL MORPURGO’S MUCH LOVED NOVEL
ADAPTED FOR THE STAGE BY DANIEL BUCKROYD
& DIRECTED BY JESSICA DANIELS
RUNNING FROM 2 APRIL – 4 MAY 2019
Full casting announced for the award-winning Barn Theatre’s (Best Fringe Theatre – The Stage Awards 2019) upcoming production of The Butterfly Lion by the acclaimed writer and former Children’s Laureate, Michael Morpurgo (War Horse, Private Peaceful,Running Wild).
The cast comprises of: Jasper William Cartwright (Michael/Bertie), Jonathan Charles (Lion), Jeremy Cobb (Merlot), Henry Douthwaite (Father), Hilary Harwood (Millie), and Abigail Matthews (Mother).
One of Morpurgo’s finest works, this heart-warming yet bittersweet story of faithfulness, destiny and love has been adapted for the stage by Daniel Buckroyd. The production runs at The Barn from 2 April – 4 May, with press night on Thursday 4 April 2019, and is directed by Jessica Daniels, with designs by Lizzy Leech, puppetry designs and direction by Maia Kirkman-Richards, and lighting bySam Rowcliffe-Tanner.
The Butterfly Lion tells the extraordinary story of young Albert Andrews and the unlikely friendship that he strikes up with the orphaned white lion cub he rescues one day from the African Veldt. It’s an epic tale that spans more than seventy years and takes us from rural Wiltshire to the plains of South Africa, and from the bleeding heart of war-torn France finally back to England and the safety of home. It’s a journey that begins with a solemn promise made by a boy never to forget his friend, a journey that will keep you on the edge of your seat until its startling conclusion.
Following on from The Butterfly Lion, The Barn’s 2019 season continues with a William Shakespeareclassic history, Henry V (22 May – 22 June 2019), a brand new production of the comic thriller, The 39 Steps (10 July – 10 August 2019), the award-winning musical Daddy Long Legs (2 October – 2 November 2019), and a reimagining of Charles Dickens’ festive masterpiece, A Christmas Carol (27 November 2019 – 4 January 2020).
LISTINGS
The Butterfly Lion
Tuesday 2 April – Saturday 4 May 2019
Written by Michael Morpurgo
Adapted by Daniel Buckroyd
Directed by Jessica Daniels
Press Night: Thursday 4 April at 18:30
Performance Times: 14:30 / 19:30
Address: The Barn Theatre, 5 Beeches Road, Cirencester, GL7 1BN
Theatre For All: In conjunction with the launch of the 2019 season, The Barn will also be launching a new ticketing initiative as part of their Theatre For All strategy. This initiative provides an all-inclusive strategy that enables everyone in the community to experience high-quality productions at an affordable price. #TheatreForAll
General Ticket Prices: From £8-£32
Concessions: Available to children under 16, over 65, and members of the Uniformed Public Services.
Season Tickets: From £32-£128
20% off the general ticket pricing, offering audiences five shows for the price of four
Family Tickets: From £24-£96 (4 tickets – 2 adults x 2 children)
Group Tickets: From £10-£12
Save up to 33% on the standard ticket price – tickets only available for Rows Q-S
School Groups: School bookings for performances are available by contacting the Box Office.
Cashback: Available predominantly for charities, or any groups and organisations looking to raise much needed funds. Individuals buy tickets at face value and the Barn Theatre agrees to make a 20% donation of the total purchase back to the charity or group that have visited the theatre under the scheme.
Box Office (Phone): 01285 648 255 (10am-5.30pm, Mon to Sat)
Box Office (Online): [email protected]
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2019 Season Artwork: Available to download HERE
The Butterfly Lion Cast Headshots: Available to download HERE
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