By Box Tale Soup
“Who is this who is coming…”
You are invited to the edge of your seat, on a journey to the darkest corners of the night…
Expert on the so-called supernatural, Edward Dunning is a scholar and a sceptic. But when he crosses paths with the mysterious Mr. Karswell, Dunning’s life becomes a waking nightmare.
A chilling new adaptation of M.R. James’ classic ghost stories featuring remarkable puppetry and a haunting original soundtrack. Our advice? Don’t come alone…
Box Tale Soup is an award winning theatre company whose critically acclaimed productions have delighted thousands of people in the UK and abroad. The name comes from our signature style, packing whole handmade worlds into a vintage trunk with a delicious mix of puppetry, movement, theatre and music.
Dance-like choreography and fervent attention to detail combine with beautifully considered writing that puts the story first – this is an artisanal, handcrafted approach to theatre with a style unlike any other.
Seamlessly blending multiple disciplines, including puppetry, mask, physical theatre and all original music, in the world of Box Tale Soup even the stories you know aren’t quite as you remember…
★★★★★ “..horrifically captivating..” The Skinny
★★★★★ “..powerhouse performances..” The Wee Review
★★★★★ “..absolute excellence..” British Theatre Guide
★★★★★ “..sublime staging..” Culture Fix
