Folksy Theatre and Scoot Theatre bring Quentin's stories out into the open

Friday 5th July 2024


This summer, prepare to be surprised, thrilled and tickled pink by Angelica Sprocket's never-ending pockets, and the enthusiasm and inventiveness of Mrs Armitage and her faithful dog, Breakspear, at an open-air venue near you! 

Folksy Theatre are bringing their adaptation of Quentin's much-loved book Angelica Sprocket's Pockets to open air theatres across the UK in summer 2024.  This is the second production by the group to transform Quentin's stories from page to stage, following their 2019 tour of  Quentin's classic picture book Mister Magnolia, delighting family audiences with their telling of the adventures of the single-booted hero.

Angelica Sprocket lives next door. Her overcoat has pockets galore! And you'll never guess what's in them...

Filled with Folksy’s touch of live music, puppetry, audience interaction and madness, this fun-filled show is the perfect treat for the whole family.  Visit Folksy Theatre's website for a full list of tour dates and venues, coming to open air theatres from 18 July - 1 September.

Also on tour in July and August are Scoot Theatre, presenting Mrs Armitage on Wheels  in a 40-minute interactive, energetic show, celebrating the joy of getting outdoors and being active. The adaptation is a fun, family show suitable for aged 3+ and particularly enjoyable to primary-aged children, featuring live music, puppetry and physical comedy, Mrs Armitage on Wheels celebrates the power of imagination, the importance of resilience and the joy of embracing the great outdoors.
Partnering with Farnham Maltings and Arts Partnership Surrey, Scoot Theatre have developed Mrs Armitage on Wheels as a touring production through collaborative theatre workshops in several Surrey schools and nurseries. Developing the story with early years and primary children has created a highly physical, almost non-verbal performance, drawing heavily on clowning and playfulness. The piece is accessible on many levels, with wide audience appeal. 

Tickets are on sale now at Scoot Theatre's website  (Tour dates and booking info at the bottom of the page)