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What does the Common Players do? PDF Print E-mail

ImageThe company may have expanded over the years, but our philosophy remains the same; to create exciting, relevant and original theatre.  The companies' current portfolio of productions and activities are exciting and eclectic, and include work with schools, youth groups, national parks and numerous other local agencies.


The Common Players produces at least two shows each year, touring to village halls, community centres, schools and town halls.

For families to enjoy together 

The summer and now autumn outdoor tour has always been at the heart of what The Common Players does. Demand from local promoters for these shows are high and audiences delight in the "every year something unique" nature of the work.  This year we brought the adventures of plucky Pip the Apple in The Big Squeeze, contrasting with the mystery and beauty of Exmoor in Tracks and Traces - all enjoyed equally by people aged 2 to 96!  

For Young People

We have intrinsic partnerships with local school and youth groups in the area, and truly believe that Art and theatre can help young people to learn and express themselves, whilst having lots of fun!   In 2005 we ran Bloody Ambition - a "Macbeth" primary school project in partnership with Devon Arts In Schools Initiative. Both our Apples of the South West and Tracks and Traces projects have involved productions in and around schools with lots of creative input from the next generation of stars!  We will continue this aspect of our work and plan exciting new ventures involving ‘play' and art in the future.

 
 
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Tracks & Traces

A Story of Exmoor - tells the story of the landscape, people and animals of Exmoor via a comic romp through five decades of local history.
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2005: Stormy Weather

Stormy Weather Set on a magical desert island, Stormy Weather is an enchanting tale of brothers and sisters, storms at sea and magical fish.

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2002: Taylor’s Tractor

Taylors TractorHigh energy performances, music and a petshop of puppets tell the story of how Taylor, our reluctant hero, aided by his trusty Fergie save the town’s carnival float.
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2002: Keep off the path

Keep of the pathMusic, action, eccentric characters and plenty of opportunities for participation encouraged people to enjoy a new way of experiencing Castle Drogo.
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2001: A Christmas Carol

A Christmas CarolThis is the story of the meanie who turns nice at the end. Told through video projection, live action and web surfing.

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