UKI Moon Theatre’s Mini-Shakespearean Festival:
Come You Spirits’ A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM
By William Shakespeare
Sat 19 October, 2024, 5-7:30pm, Uki Public School (gates open at 4pm for performances by Uki Public School’s Recorder Ensemble and local Renaissance duo).
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Join us for an enchanting evening as Uki Moon Theatre, in collaboration with Come You Spirits, transforms the charming town of Uki into Uki-Upon-Avon for a mini-Shakespearean festival! Dive into the magical realm of William Shakespeare's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM in this special one-night FREE event that promises to be a delightful adventure for the whole family. Set on the grounds of Uki Public School, so bring a picnic and dress up in Medieval/Shakespearean get up and make the most of it!
In this beloved classic, watch as the lines between reality and fantasy blur in a mystical forest filled with mischievous fairies, confused lovers, and an amateur theater troupe attempting to put on a play. As the sun sets, Uki Public School becomes the stage for romance, comedy, and a touch of magical mayhem. From the whimsical plots of fairy king Oberon and his jester, Puck, to the hilariously heartfelt attempts of the town's tradesmen to stage their own drama, this play has something to charm every member of the family.
Don't miss your chance to experience the magic, laughter, and love of "A Midsummer Night's Dream." Bring your picnic blankets and prepare to be whisked away to a world where anything is possible and where the ordinary turns extraordinary in the blink of an eye. It's Shakespeare like you've never seen before—right here in Uki. Come and be part of the magic at Uki-Upon-Avon for an unforgettable evening under the stars!
Our Supports
Special thanks to:
Mount Warning Hotel
Uki Public School
Uki Post Office
Bastion Lane Expresso
Happy Herbs (Uki)
Siham Craftlink
Murwillumbah Theatre Company
Uki Hall Committee
UKIRA, Uki Residents Association
Qwiller Publishing
Fundraiser event: Although it’s free, this event is part of our annual fundraiser. Please register for your free ticket here. Donations welcome.
Special Note: As the performance will take place on the grounds of Uki Public School, and adherence to NSW Education Department’s regulations and policies is compulsory, alcohol is strictly prohibited. Security cameras are also a positioned around the school grounds.
For more information about ‘Come You Spirits’, click here: https://www.comeyouspirits.comhttps://www.comeyouspirits.com
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A Warm Thank You to Our Supporters
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our incredible supporters, without whom this event would not be possible. Special thanks to:
Mount Warning Hotel
Uki Public School
Uki Post Office
Bastion Lane Expresso
Happy Herbs (Uki)
Siham Craftlink
Murwillumbah Theatre Company
Uki Hall Committee
UKIRA, Uki Residents Association
Qwiller Publishing
Your generosity and community spirit have played a vital role in making this festival a reality. We are deeply grateful for your continued support in bringing the arts to life in our region.
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From their website:
We’re a touring troupe of actors – Jo Bloom, Charles Mayer, Sontaan Hopson and Ciarán O’Riordan, with storyteller Nathan Meola, and we perform all the plays in our repertoire in magnificent outdoor and indoor spaces, to music composed by Brandon Read, in lighting designed by Adam Applebaum, with photography by Syl Marie.
We also perform Shakespeare school incursions from primary to Year 12, so they get it, fall in love with it, and thrive in it at school.
We adapt Shakespeare plays to be told by 4 characters, with the actors taking one character each. It’s clear, and it’s magical.
Who we are
We use Shakespeare’s plays because every character shares with the audience the innermost truthful secrets of their soul, and the language used to convey the wonders and mysteries of the natural world reminds us that we have superpowers; a celebratory return to magic to unify communities.
The actors meet the audience individually before and after every performance, in an ongoing commitment to consistent connection and service.
We demonstrate sustainability in people, in policies, in practice and in programming. We’re a solar-powered, long-term employing, community-connected, eco-story telling, caring career actor company.
For more information about ‘Come You Spirits’, click here: https://www.comeyouspirits.com
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From CYS's website:
Move between dimensions with these four powerful characters as they try to heal the chaos of love via Fairyland, the Forest, and the Palace’s thinly veiled layers of existence. Offering a comedy full of truth, love, joy, colour, expansion and expression. It invites us to run full-speed towards what we love in celebration and joy.
In our version there are only FOUR CHARACTERS who tell the story, reduced from 32! We do this by observing the characters in different dimensions, which we leap between from time to time – So Demetrius becomes Oberon, Helena Titania, Lysander Puck, and Hermia Peaseblossom – and they perform their parts in the play within the play at the end as Pyramus, Thisbe, the Lion and Chorus. The play is chaotic, and this staging brings clarity, high stakes and higher jinx!
In addition we have a Narrator, Nathan Meola, who is your leader through the tale, initiating the proceedings, checking in on you and the story’s progress twice during the show, and closing the event.
Our aim is to amplify the CLARITY, the MAGIC, the PACE and the STAKES, and the show is an hour and a half.
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Dear Guests,
We are thrilled to have you join us for Uki Moon Theatre’s Mini-Shakespeare Festival, in collaboration with Come You Spirits, at Uki Public School! Below is everything you need to know to enjoy this special evening.
Gates Open at 4 pm
Arrive early to find your perfect spot! The gates will open at 4 pm, and you’ll be treated to a delightful performance by Uki Public School's Recorder Ensemble and a Renaissance duo, setting the scene for a magical evening.
The Play Begins at 5 pm
The main performance will begin promptly at 5 pm and will run for approximately 90 minutes. Following the performance, Come You Spirits will stay for a post-performance interaction with the audience, so you can immerse yourself even more in the world of Shakespeare!
What to Bring
· A picnic to enjoy before & during the show.
· A blanket and low camp chairs for comfortable seating.
· Your own cutlery, cups, and plates (and please remember to take your rubbish home with you).
No alcohol is permitted at the event, and please note that security cameras are installed on the premises, as the event takes place at Uki Public School.
Food and Drink
Delicious chai and a selection of cakes/snacks will be available for purchase at the venue, so you can treat yourself during the event!
Weather Caution
Please note that the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) predicts it will be 31 degrees on Saturday, so be prepared for a warm afternoon! We recommend bringing plenty of water to stay hydrated throughout the event. Shade will be limited, so consider bringing hats and sunscreen to keep comfortable in the sun.
Fundraising and Raffle
This event is also a fundraiser for Uki Moon Theatre. There will be a raffle with exciting prizes, and all proceeds will help us fund new lighting, sound equipment, and staging props to enhance future productions.
We are excited to share this evening of theatre and community with you. Thank you for your support, and we look forward to seeing you on Saturday, October 19th!
Warm regards,
The Uki Moon Theatre Team -
• Saturday 19 October, 2024
Show Starting Time: 5pm
Duration: Approx 90 mins
Note: Come and settle in from 4pm.
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FREE FAMILY-FUN EVENT
Register: Online at Trybooking
https://www.trybooking.com/CUIED
Fundraising event. Donations welcome.
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Uki Public School in the heart of Uki (opposite Uki Hall)
1463 Kyogle Rd, Uki, NSW 2484
The bottom oval will be turned into a magical fairyland.
Bring a picnic blanket and/or chairs.
Wet weather: Under the awning at the school. Note: the ground is concrete here, so bring a chair to be more comfortable.
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Chai tea, tea, coffee, snacks & cakes will be available at venue.
BYO PICNIC AND RUG
Strictly no alcohol allowed on school grounds.
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“Come you Spirits will take you to a place just between the human and the ethereal, to demonstrate just how close we are through language and our connection to the natural world.”
Laura Heuston, Theatre Travels
From Come You Spirit's home page
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Curious to find out a bit more about the festival? Listen to our radio interviews here.
ABC North Coast's Breakfast Show with Birdie Tanner, Wed 16 Oct, 2024. Go to 3:14:57.
https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/northcoast-breakfast/breakfast/104458856BayFM's Arts Canvas, 9am, Thursday 17 October, 2024.
