A New Musical

The Boy Who Harnessed
the Wind

Book and Lyrics by Richy Hughes
Music and Lyrics by Tim Sutton

Adapted from / Based on the book by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer and Potboiler Productions Film

Here is some more detailed information on the content of The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind, to help prepare you or those you are bringing with you to see the show.

Live theatre is exciting. It can be loud, bright, shocking at times, and occasionally some of the effects we use, or the themes our productions explore, can trigger emotions.

We know that some of our audiences appreciate detailed information on the content of our shows in order to make informed decisions and to prepare themselves or members of their party.

If there are specific themes you are concerned about, you can call our Box Office team on 01789 331111, from midday to 6pm (UK time) Monday to Friday to find out more about our shows and what they contain.

SUPPORTING RESOURCES

SONIC STORY

 

We offer a sonic story for The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind. This is a graphic which highlights the key sounds from throughout the performance. It's available to all audience members, but we hope it will be particularly useful for anyone who might benefit from understanding the sensory elements of the show before they see it. 

Download The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind sonic story (PDF)

THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND

This production has scenes of an upsetting nature including depictions of death and strong language.   

It also contains:

  • Loud music 
  • Flashing lights & Strobe effects
  • Haze
  • Stage blood
  • Pyrotechnics

This page will be continuously updated as the production is rehearsed and will be finalised on 19 February.