Midwinter Magic

The county wide Theatre in the Villages tour continues this month with Hedgerley and Farnham hosting the classic adventure story – Sir Gawain and the Green Knight as told by Cat Weatherill.

Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is one of the most famous poems written in the English language. It was written by an anonymous poet in the late 14th Century and is a curious blend of Green Man folklore, Arthurian legend and Celtic Christianity. Cat’s version of Sir Gawain is a lively, playful retelling that remains faithful to the original. It combines storytelling, theatre, live music and pantomime in a magical mix to brighten dark winter nights.

The story follows the journey of young Sir Gawain, a Knight of the Round Table, who accepts a challenge from the fearsome Green Knight. Soon he is riding north on a terrible quest. Cold, alone and far from home, with the snow falling like feathers around him, he suddenly sees a mysterious castle…

Bold knights, luscious ladies, hideous hags and the extraordinary Green Knight himself – they are all here in a thrilling tale that everyone from 8 to 108 will enjoy.

South Bucks District Councillor, Shorne Tilbey, Portfolio Holder for Community says, “We are delighted to be hosting these events in our villages and encourage everyone to book tickets and come along and experience this magical performance!”

For tickets to the Saturday 21st November show at Memorial Hall, Hedgerley, please contact Danny White on 01753 642956. The performance starts at 8pm and tickets start from £5.

For tickets to the Thursday 3rd December show at Farnham Common Junior School please contact the School Office on 01753 642923. The performance starts at 4pm and tickets start from £5.