Our A brand-new family play inspired by the magic of the circus
About the Show:
Step into a world of wonder this summer at The Dream Factory, Warwick, as Playbox Theatre’s Young Production Company proudly presents FUNAMBULO — a joyful, energetic, and enchanting new play inspired by the timeless magic of the travelling circus.
Created by Izzie James and creatively directed by Emily Quash, FUNAMBULO draws upon the beloved tales of travelling entertainers — circus troupes who once roamed from village to village, setting up their tents like magic overnight. With laughter, mystery, and a sprinkling of mischief, they’d transform everyday locations into spectacular arenas of wonder before vanishing into the night.
In FUNAMBULO, a troupe of performers, brimming with Commedia dell’arte charm, arrives in a town unlike any other. Things are not quite as they seem… An air of mystery lingers and the town seemed cloaked in an unspoken sadness. The circus needs help, and it’s up to the spirit of play, adventure, and imagination to bring happiness back to the town of ‘Stagnatione’.
This is a story that captures the thrill of peering out from your window in the dead of night to see the circus lights flicker on the village green. It’s about the excitement of seeing a tightrope walker teeter across the sky, the sparkle of sequins, the beat of the drums, and the secrets waiting just beyond the curtain.
It’s a story of energy, hope, mischief and family.
FUNAMBULO is a heartfelt homage to the great circus traditions and childhood stories that have enchanted generations.
Together, they create a family-friendly theatrical adventure, lovingly crafted for audiences young and old.
This vibrant production ensemble shines a spotlight on the youngest actors of Playbox Theatre. The young company brings infectious energy, wide-eyed wonder, and boundless creativity to FUNAMBULO, making it the perfect summer experience for families and theatre lovers alike.
Dates: Friday 16th – Sunday 18th May 2025
Venue: The Dream Factory, Stratford Road, Warwick, CV34 6LE
Tickets: Available from the Playbox website https://www.playboxtheatre.com/events/funambulo/
For further enquiries: 01926 419555
For further information, interviews, press tickets, or images, please contact: Emily Quash emily@playboxtheatre.com
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“We wanted to capture the feeling of waking in the night as a child and seeing the circus arrive under the stars — that mix of excitement and mystery.” — Emily Quash, Director
“The circus is a world where imagination rules, and where anyone — young or old — can believe in the impossible, if only for a moment.” — Izzie James, Writer
