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FLICKER & THE FLYING BOOKS – Theatre at the Manchester Children’s Book Festival

In Children's theatre, Manchester, Plays, Regional theatre, Reviews, Touring by Kristy StottLeave a Comment

Although younger audiences are often the harshest critics, enjoyable and engaging children’s theatre does not need lavish sets, costumes or gimmicks. Flicker and the Flying Books, a new production presented by the Royal Exchange, with props made out of paper, had all of the young, curious theatre-goers joining in with the performers, following simple movements, laughing and clapping. All going to prove that interaction, music and familiarity are key when trying to put on a show for 3 – 8 year olds.