This half term the award-winning Leeds company Tutti Frutti Productions and One Tenth Human are to team up to stage The Lightbulb Princess, a fun-filled, sparkling new extravaganza for children exploring the sensational science behind electricity.
Kai’s sister Ray is determined that Mum is going to get a perfect Christmas. Even though it’s way too early, she’s got Kai and Ali hunting everywhere for the decorations. But when they find Filomina, the sparkly fairy who normally lives on top of the tree, an unexpected adventure begins. They’re going to need your help.
Join Kai and her family as they grapple with Filomina’s greedy demands and discover there’s a lot more to Christmas than just the presents. Featuring catchy original songs and electrifying storytelling, this 50-minute show will light up children’s imaginations and inspire them to learn more about the world around them.
Wendy Harris, Artistic Director of Tutti Frutti said about the collaboration:
“It’s wonderful that we are working and collaborating with innovative company One Tenth Human. We are excited to combine our unique storytelling styles to create a fabulous show researched with and created for young audiences. We have bought together a brilliant team whose combined skills will be lighting up the eyes of children who see the show. With catchy music co-authored with children and a fun ensemble of actors, we can’t wait to tour this new show across the UK.”
One Tenth Human Artistic Director and show director Sarah Punshon said about the new production:
“We’re really excited to be collaborating with Tutti Frutti on The Lightbulb Princess – and with such a wonderful creative team. We’ve had a brilliant time together during development, exploring electricity and writing songs with the bright sparks at primary schools – who had loads of amazing creative ideas. Now we’re delighted to be getting ready to finish the show in Alnwick and share our story with audiences nationwide. We know from sharing early versions with school audiences that we’ve got the makings of a very heartwarming festive treat – with a fizz of excitement when our incredible Princess makes her appearance!”
Tutti Frutti Productions for over 30 years have created high-quality, inventive theatre performances for children aged 3+ and their families. From their base in Leeds, they produce a mix of delightful shows that are either brand-new stories or fresh adaptations of much-loved fairy tales and fables, which tour to schools and theatres around the UK, and internationally to the USA, Hong Kong, and Singapore. As well as delivering arts engagement projects such as the Tutti Frutti Club in partnership with schools and libraries locally and online.
One Tenth Human have been developing engaging, entertaining, and imaginative adventures with extraordinary artists, children and scientists since 2016. Their aim is to empower children about their own potential by creating shows where the audiences are the heroes of their adventures. Their work explodes the myth and expectations surrounding science, technology, engineering, arts, and maths (STEAM). Their productions have included Curious Investigators (commissioned by Big Imaginations), Cinderella: the AWESOME truth! (in collaboration with Polka Theatre) and Arthur (Edinburgh Fringe First Winner 2019).
The Lightbulb Princess will be at The Carriageworks in Leeds on Monday 30 Oct at 11am and 2pm. Full of sparkle and songs, The Lightbulb Princess is suitable for everyone aged 4 and up. To book tickets please visit www.carriageworkstheatre.co.uk or call 0113 376 0318
For more information about The Lightbulb Princess please visit www.tutti-frutti.org.uk
