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Rapunzel and the Tower of Doom
WRITTEN BY AVA DENNIS | 11 AUGUST 2009
The Scottish Story Telling Centre @ 43-45 High Street
7-30 August, 11:00
Andy Lawrence’s performance brings to life an old tale in a way entertaining enough for both children and their parents alike, even throwing in a few puns and jokes for the older members of the audience. The stage is decked out with fake fruit stalls, where a fantastic set of puppets are used to tell the story of Rapunzel. Props are skilfully used by Lawrence throughout the show as he masters the difficult task of holding the attention of his young audience, with surprises constantly revealed by his inventive set.
Lawrence’s background as a BBC designer evidently helps, as his audience is held captivated by imaginative new objects or a change in character. His dramatisations and different voices are brilliant. Children were encouraged to show their enjoyment and they didn’t hold back, laughing and shouting out to the characters – this is the perfect show for children of a young age, and it’s easy to see why he has enjoyed three years of sell-out Fringe shows. The story is easy to follow, simply but inventively told, and I suggest that anyone with young children or grandchildren bring them to hear this tale!
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