Please Right Back
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Overview
1927 presents Please right back.
The new show from multi-award-winning company 1927.
Combining handcrafted animation and bold storytelling, Please right back sweeps audiences in a magical, mischievous world, inspired by a true story.
Kim and Davey’s Dad, Mr E, has disappeared. When Mr E writes to his children to tell them what has happened, his imagination takes over. Reality collides with fantasy, as we travel on a fast-paced journey through his wild adventure stories.
Mr E’s letters are staged using song, dance, and absurd, subversive animations, as his stories become a kind of game between him and his children – a cathartic release in the face of distress.
Part social realism, part science fiction with a healthy dose of mischief and a dash of dystopia. Please right back is a eulogy to the power of the imagination, storytelling and make believe.
“Anyone interested in the theatre should see this company now.” The Observer
“1927 conjure a world so complete it feels as if you’ve fallen down a rabbit hole.” Guardian
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Creative Team
A 1927 & Burgtheater Vienna co-production
Created by 1927
Writer: Suzanne Andrade
Directors: Suzanne Andrade & Esme Appleton
Animation & Video: Paul Barritt
Stage Design: Paul Barritt & 1927
Music & Sound: Laurence Owen
Costume Sarah Munro
Dramaturgy: Andreas Karlaganis, Ben Francombe & Shelley Hastings
Producer: Jo Crowley
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★★★★★ “a genuinely masterful and unique theatrical experience for the whole family” – British Theatre Guide
★★★★ “this one is not be missed. Unique, moving and beautifully constructed, for kids and adults alike” – The Guardian
★★★★ “Paul Barritt’s animations are painstakingly exquisite – and pivotal” – The Daily Telegraph
★★★★ “a world of pure imagination” – The Scotsman
Age guidance and content warnings
The show explores a father figure leaving the family home and being in prison. It is dealt with real sensitivity and lightness of touch.
There are two entrances to the theatre, Kings Road Entrance (this is the taxi drop-off/collection point) and the Main Entrance.
Both level entrances have automated doors. These lead into the foyer area where you will find the Restaurant, Bar, Box Office and entrances to Stages 1, 2 and 3.
STEP FREE ACCESS
Northern Stage is fully accessible. The theatre has three lifts providing access to all parts of the building, including the accessible toilets, baby changing facilities, stages 2 & 3 and the backstage area. Buggy parking is available
WHEELCHAIR SPACES
There are five wheelchair positions in Stage 1, two positions in Stage 2 and all seats are removeable in Stage 3.
TOILETS
We have a Changing Places toilet in the Stage 1 lobby and accessible toilets in Stage 3 and Stage 2 lower entrance lobby. Gender neutral toilets are situated in the Stage 2 lower entrance lobby.
HEARING ENHANCEMENT
Induction loop system in all public spaces, and an infra-red system in all three stages. (In Stage 1 the induction loop is best covered in rows E – L).
ASSISTANCE
One free ticket for the assistant of a disabled person who is not able to attend unaccompanied.
BOOKING COMPANION SEATING
To book a free ticket for a wheelchair companion or an assistant, contact our Box Office on 0191 230 5151, via email at boxoffice@northernstage.co.uk or by visiting our Box Office in person.
GUIDE DOGS
Guide, hearing and all working dogs are welcome here.
SEAT ACCESSIBILITY
Stage 1: Seats are 43 cm wide, 41cm deep, with 46cm between arm rests. The aisleway is 51cm deep from the seat back. Arm rests cannot be removed.
Stage 2: Seats are 40cm wide, 41cm deep. The aisleway is 64cm deep from the seat back. There are no arm rests.
Our seats are rated to British Standards at installation and are guaranteed to hold up to 110kg.
More Information
To discuss any access needs, take a look at our access page or please call our Box Office on 0191 230 5151.