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Between 1940 and 1942 Exeter was blitzed by the German Luftwaffe 19 times. The worst raid took place in the early hours of May 4th, 1942. This event dramatically altered the landscape of the city of Exeter forever. To commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Exeter Blitz in May 2012, Viva Voce, in collaboration with the Bike Shed Theatre, have created a theatrical blitz experience, which will share and celebrate the real-life stories of those who experienced the Blitz here in Exeter. Viva Voce have interviewed over 20 people who were between the ages of 6 and 25 in 1942. The play is a testament to their extraordinary stories. The Bike Shed Theatre will be raising money for Age UK Exeter throughout the run.

Cast/Performers

Laurence Pears, Tim Pritchett, Richard James Pulman, Rose Robinson, Katie Villa

Creatives/Company

Author(s): Jessica Beck, Helena Enright
Company: Viva Voce (in association with The Bike Shed Theatre)
Director(s): Jessica Beck, Helena Enright
Design: Cherry Truluck

Exeter Blitz Project

Exeter Blitz Project (Play) production archive for QTIX code T0964301688. Details of all Exeter Blitz Project archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S1291739651

Archive Listings

1 May 12
to
19 May 12

The Bike Shed Theatre
Exeter, Devon
Performance Details => Venue archive

Reviews

User Review: 19May12: so moving, and funny

User Review: 18May12: wheat a fascinating evening

User Reviews

jim (19May12): so moving, and funny

smee (18May12): wheat a fascinating evening

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