About Bristol Old Vic
Built in 1766 as a place where the people of Bristol could come together, Bristol Old Vic is the oldest continuously working theatre in the English speaking world. It was built as a symbol of the pride we have in our city and what it can achieve and remains a place of joy, discovery and adventure to this day.
Our mission is to create pioneering twenty-first-century theatre in partnership with the people of our energetic city; inspired by the history and magical design of the most beautiful playhouse in the country.
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Wonder Boy
Sonny is twelve. Living with a stammer, he is finding his way in a world ruled by vicious vowels, confusing consonants, and let’s not forget the biggest beast of them all – small talk.
A comic book hero of Sonny’s own creation helps him to soar above his bleak reality – but language is power and Sonny must find a way to be heard. When cast in the school production of Hamlet by the Headteacher, he soon finds the real heroes are closer than he thinks.
Dive head-first into the wondrous and heartbreaking Wonder Boy, written by the “fresh and fearless” (Evening Standard) Ross Willis (Wolfie) and directed by the Olivier-award winning Sally Cookson (A Monster Calls).
Packed with playful humour and live music, this honest production is sure to capture the imagination of hearing and d/Deaf audiences alike.
Includes fully integrated creative captioning.
Thank you to Claire O'Reilly, Director of the original New Plays in Rep. production.
Creatives
Written by Ross Willis
Directed by Sally Cookson
Associate Director Max Sutherland
Music by Benji Bower
Set & Costume Design by Katie Sykes
Lighting by Aideen Malone
Sound by Jonathan Everett
Movement by Laila Diallo
Caption & Video Design by Tom Newell of Limbic Cinema
Casting Director Jessica Straker
Deaf Consultant David Ellington
Company Stage Manager Patricia Davenport
Deputy Stage Manager Rosie Giarratana
Assistant Stage Manager Kimberley Towler
Dramatherapist Nikki Disney
Cast
Roshi – Juliet Agnes
Sonny – Raphel Famotibe
Mum/Fish – Jenny Fitzpatrick
Wainwright – Amanda Lawrence
Captain Chatter – Ramesh Mayyappen
Musician – Benji Bower
Musician – Will Bower
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