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Breathe

Half a String uses puppetry, music and live camera work to tell a family-friendly tale from the perspective of a tiny acorn.

Leigh Curtis

Theatre company Half a String is bringing a family-friendly tale of trees and nature told with puppetry, music and live camera work to Emmanuel Hall in St Thomas on Friday 21 February.

Breathe is set on a hectic forest floor, with larger than life fungi and creaking tree roots. It recounts an extraordinary journey from the perspective of a tiny acorn.

The production is suitable for ages 5 and above.

Emmanuel Hall has been the permanent home of Theatre Alibi since 1982.

As well as hosting performances for children and families, the venue has become the temporary home of St Thomas Library.

Theatre Alibi has been producing work for young audiences for over 30 years. It hosts events including craft sessions, performances, interactive exhibitions and workshops in local schools.

Half a String uses puppetry, design and music to create original productions, host community workshops and produce storybooks and soundtracks.

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Performances of Breathe will take place at 1.30pm and 3.30pm on Friday 21 February 2025.

Tickets cost £10-15 plus booking fee.

For more information and to book tickets visit the Theatre Alibi website.

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