A Tale of Us

Sleep is like an old friend I’ve not seen for a long time. She’s stopped returning my calls. But some nights feel sort of magic. Just you and me watching a new day being born.

Ivy’s just had a baby. She’s never felt so full of love – or so alone. Days (and nights) can be tough. But she’s working it out.

A Tale of Us is a brand new play for parents and their babies. Join Ivy and her little one on a funny, frank and magical journey through their first year of life together. Blending drama and multi-sensory playtime in a relaxed and beautifully designed environment, this is a celebration of the wonder, joys and challenges of becoming a new parent.

After each performance there will be a guided Stay and Play session – a chance for everyone to explore the world of the show and meet other parents and babies.

Made for parents with children ages 0-18 months.

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Dates

Wed 16 Sep - Grand Junction, London

Fri 16 Oct - Corn Exchange Newbury

Sun 18 Oct - The Hub St Mary's

Mon 26 Oct - Guildhall Arts Centre, Grantham

Tue 27 Oct - Stamford Arts Centre

Thu 29 Oct - Trinity Theatre, Tunbridge Wells

Fri 30 Oct - Norden Farm Arts Centre

Sat 31 Oct - Norwich Theatre Stage 2

Tue 3 Nov - Spring Arts & Heritage Centre, Havant

Wed 4 Nov - Farnham Maltings

Thu 5 Nov - The Alex, Faversham

Fri 6 Nov - Stanley Arts, London

Mon 9 Nov - The Nutshell, Winchester

Wed 11 Nov - Proteus Theatre, Basingstoke

Thu 12 Nov - Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton

Fri 13 Nov - Phoenix Theatre & Arts Centre, Bordon

Sat 14 Nov - South Street Arts Centre, Reading

Tue 17 Nov - The Point, Eastleigh

Wed 18 Nov - JW3, London

Thu 19 Nov - The Horton Arts Centre, Epsom

Fri 20 & Sat 21 Nov - Half Moon Theatre, London

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Creative Team

Written by Sharon Kanolik

‍Directed by Jade Lewis

Designed by Jemima Robinson

Sound Design by Paul Freeman

Lighting Design by Ciaran Cunningham

Movement Direction by Sarita Piotrowski

Assistant Movement Direction by Holly Weston

Associate Direction by Jordon Stevens

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Touring Team Spring 2025

Performed by Chanté Faucher

Stage Management by Iz Brett

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Touring Team Autumn 2025

Performed by Ulrika Krishnamurti /Chanté Faucher

Stage Management by Sophie Jefferson

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Touring Team Spring 2026

Performed by Phoebe McIntosh

Stage Management by Victoria Horan

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‍Supported by Arts Council England and MGCFutures

With thanks to Homestart, Polka Theatre, It Takes A Village Crystal Palace, Kingswood Arts, Liz Bate, Madeleine Kludje, Emma Tompkins, Kirsty Harris, Elena Peña, Shvorne Marks and Laura Hopwood.

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