Astley's Astounding Adventures

Details

When Philip and Patty meet, both know their lives are about to change. As the couple begin their adventure together, they are unaware that they will become the legends of one of the greatest stories ever told... This is an extraordinary tale that starts from humble beginnings in Newcastle-under-Lyme, then spans the world as a spectacular phenomenon captures the hearts of millions of people. This is the story of Philip Astley. This is the story of Circus.

Cast/Performers

Danielle Bird (Patty Jones), Gareth Cassidy (Clown 3), Graeme Clint (Aerialist / rigger), Jason Eddy (Charles Hughes), Michael Hugo (Zipper), Charline Kandilian (Circus Performer), Nickcolia King-N'Da (John Astley / Clown 4), Luke Murphy (Clown 1), Andrew Pollard (Clown 2), Nicholas Richardson (Philip Astley)

Creatives/Company

Author: Frazer Flintham
Producer: New Vic
Director(s): Theresa Heskins, Vicki Amedume, Anji Carroll (CDG - casting director), Ellie Taylor (assistant)
Music: James Atherton
Musical Director: James Atherton
Choreographer: Beverley Norris Edmunds
Sound: James Earls-Davis
Lighting: Daniella Beattie
Design: Laura Willstead
Costume: Lis Evans
Other: Caroline Hetherington (vocal coach)