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H.G. Wells' 'The First Men in the Moon'

A high spirited and rollicking scientific romance that sees our two protagonists go boldly where no Victorians have gone before. Bought to you as a one-man show by Don't Go into the Cellar.

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An original adaptation of the H. G. Wells classic, “The First Men in the Moon”. A high spirited and rollicking scientific romance that sees our two protagonists go boldly where no Victorians have gone before. To the moon! Though the surface of the strange celestial body is challenging enough, what untold horrors may lurk beneath? Jonathan Goodwin both writes and performs this one-man show.

The café will be open selling a variety of refreshments.

Friday 4th July at 7pm (doors open at 6.30).

Tickets bought through Greyfriars online or in person at reception: Individual: £16.00

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All £16.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Suitable for ages 11 and above.

Meeting point

Please arrive at the archway entrance to Greyfriars on Friar Street where your tickets will be checked by a Steward.

What to bring and wear

The hall can get quite chilly in the evenings so please bring weather appropriate clothing even though the performance is indoors.

Accessibility

Please note there are cobbles leading through the gateway, steps down to the garden and uneven surfaces throughout.

Other

The Old Oak Café will be open before and during the interval of the show, selling a range of refreshments.

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