'The Snow Goose' acclaimed play headed for Port Elizabeth

The Snow Goose spreads its wings to the Cape.

Port Elizabeth will be the final stop in a whirlwind tour of The Snow Goose, the classic story by Paul Gallico, adapted for stage by the award winning company, Contagious Theatre.

With sell-out performances at the Grahamstown Festival (2013-2016) and limited shows planned for The Savoy Theatre, it is well worth booking your tickets in advance.

Nominated for a number of awards, ‘The Snow Goose’ is a beautiful adaptation of Paul Gallico’s classic novella is set against the background of the miracle of Dunkirk. A wounded snow goose brings a young girl, Frith and the recluse Philip Rhayader together in a moving story of friendship and courage. Told by seasoned theatre makers Jenine Collocott, James Cairns and Taryn Bennett, ‘The Snow Goose’ was nominated for Best Director, Best Play and Best Ensemble at the Naledi Theatre Awards and was nominated for Best Design and Best Puppetry at the Fleur Du Cap Theatre Awards.

The tour encompasses Graaff Reinet, Knysna (part of the Knysna Festival), George, Plettenberg Bay (part of the Kids of Kurland festival) and Port Elizabeth.

It runs for 70 minutes | PG 10

What the critics say:
“An arresting and memorable theatrical coup.” Steyn Du Toit, Sunday Independent
“This play is a must-see.” Robyn Sassen
“Will linger long after you leave the theatre.” Tracey Saunders, Cape Times
“'n teaterervaring wat jy nog lank in jou hart gaan bere 4 sterre” Marina Griebenow, Die Burger
“Gallico’s story soars…” Gayle Edmunds, City Press

Where and When
2 & 3 March, The Savoy Theatre, Port Elizabeth | 7:30pm | Tkts: Computicket

Tour Dates for Travellers:
21 February, John Rupert Theatre, Graaff Reinet | 7pm | Tkts: 049 892 4248
24 February, The Premier Hotel, Knysna | 10am | Tkts: knysna.kaf@gmail.com
25 February, The Oakhurst Insurance George Arts Theatre, George | 2pm | Tkts: georgeartstheatre.co.za
28 February, The White House Theatre, Plettenburg Bay | 8pm | Tkts: 082 452 8764

Website www.contagioustheatre.co.za | instagram @ContagiousTheatre | twitter @contagiousstory



Contact information:

Artistic director – Jenine Collocott 084 360 5892

Company manager – Taryn Bennett 073 792 0938