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This marketing pack has been designed to support the marketing activities of ´The ingenious
Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha’ by Little Soldier productions.
This pack contains the following sections:
About the company
Page 2
About the production
Page 2
Brochure copy
Page 3
Credits
Page 4
Audiences
Page 6
Selling the show
Page 6
Press
Page 9
Press quotes
Page 10
Template press release
Page 11
Online marketing
Page 13
Box office information
Page 14
Template mail out
Page 16
Tour schedule
Page 17
Artistic team
Page 18
This tour is presented by house
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About the company
Straight-up funniest, most charming theatre company I’ve come across in an age.
Andrew Haydon, Views from the Gods
Little Soldier was founded in 2010 to promote innovative cross-cultural artistic collaborations. We
use physical comedy, devising techniques and live music to produce funny yet touching shows,
exploiting our Spanish backgrounds and English setting to create an individual take on new writing
and classic texts. The company is led by actresses Patricia Rodríguez and Mercè Ribot, supported
by producer Bridget Floyer.
Little Soldier has toured extensively in the UK and internationally in Warsaw, Madrid and New
York. Their work has been critically acclaimed by public and press, including The Stage, Time Out
and Exeunt. Previous show ‘You and Me’ was awarded an Argus Angel at the Brighton Fringe
2014 and ‘The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha’ received the Stage Award for
Acting Excellence at the Edinburgh Fringe 2014.
About the production
An unpretentious, inventive and smartly silly delight. An award winning tongue-in-cheek treatment
of Cervantes novel. Donald Hutera, Exeunt Magazine
With a three-quarters Spanish, three-quarters female and a token English Bloke, Little Soldier sets
of to re-enact one of the most influential works of world literature. Their mammoth task would be
easier if any of the following were true: they’d read the book, had enough actors or heeded the
warnings of Terry Gilliam.
This critically acclaimed production continues to have the company’s trademarks: combination of
languages, live music by the hand of Spanish classic guitarist Maria Camahort and physical
comedy. In this occasion, they present a truly engaging and hilarious show that has been charming
audiences across the UK and abroad.
The Stage Award for Acting Excellence 2014 Edinburgh Festival
Picked as one of the best shows of 2014 (The Stage)
Featured in Lyn Gardner ‘Edinburgh festival 2014: the shows you can’t live without’
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Brochure copy
Company
Show title
Tag line
Little Soldier Productions
The Ingenious gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha
An award winning hilarious take on Cervantes’ timeless novel
Long copy (150 words)
Two feisty senoritas and a downtrodden Englishman embark on a journey through Spain, taking on
one of the most accomplished works of fiction ever written; Don Quixote. Accompanied only by an
otherworldly guitarist whose presence there makes no sense whatsoever, they will lead you to joy,
pain and ultimate wisdom. A madcap rendition concluding with a common sentiment: “These guys
did not read the book”.
Award-winning company, Little Soldier presents a hilariously inventive adventure of immense
proportions, to be taken with a pinch of salt and a handlebar moustache.
The Stage Award for Acting Excellence 2014 Edinburgh Festival
Medium copy (100 words)
Two feisty senoritas and a downtrodden Englishman embark on a journey through Spain, taking on
one of the most accomplished works of fiction ever written; Don Quixote. Accompanied only by an
otherworldly guitarist whose presence there makes no sense whatsoever, they will lead you to joy,
pain and ultimate wisdom. A madcap rendition concluding with a common sentiment: “These guys
did not read the book”.
Award-winning company, Little Soldier presents a hilariously inventive adventure of immense
proportions, to be taken with a pinch of salt and a handlebar moustache.
The Stage Award for Acting Excellence 2014 Edinburgh Festival
Short copy (50 words)
Two feisty señoritas and a downtrodden Englishman take on Don Quixote’s quest accompanied
only by an otherworldly guitarist. A madcap rendition concluding with a common sentiment: “These
guys didn't read the book”.
The Stage Award for Acting Excellence 2014 Edinburgh Festival
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Age suitability
14+ (includes mild nudity and occasional strong language)
Running time
Show length: 80 minutes (plus optional interval). Latecomers admitted
Workshops
Accompanying workshops in performance and devising or language based, also available.
Credits
Creative Team
Dramaturgy by Tiffany Wood
Live Music by Maria Camahort
Directed by Ian Nicholson
Set Designer: Sophia Simensky
R&D Collaborators Aitor Basauri, Simon
Lighting Designer: Seth Rook Williams
Day and Dennis Herdman
Studio Shots: Alex Brenner, Mark Dawson
Developed and performed by Stephen
Production Shots: Gustaf Nilsson
Harper, Patricia Rodríguez and Mercè Ribot.
Trailer: Caitlin Quinn Stroud
Produced in association with Jacksons Lane.
Funding logos attached, or please use alternative text below
Produced using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England. Supported by
the Embassy of Spain, Cervantes Institute & Hispania London. Tour presented by house.
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Audiences
Target audience
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Audiences interested in classic text, especially Don Quixote
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New and contemporary theatre work attendees, particularly comic/physical/devised theatre
with international cast members– past attendees of Peepolykus, The Plasticine Men, Told
by an Idiot, Complicite, Gonzo Moose, Theatre ad Infinitum, Spymonkey and Snuff Box
Theatre.
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The Spanish communities and lovers of Classical Spanish music.
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Theatre and Performing Arts students from GCSE to BTEC performing arts
house has placed the show within their ‘A Night Out’ audience development strand.
For more traditional ‘dinner and a show’ audiences, shows might be of classic texts or recognisable
titles, and offer more traditional production values (sets, costumes etc) or explore more universal
themes.
Audiences in the A Night Out strand:
Aligning the target audiences with the 2014 Audience Spectrum from the Audience Agency, we
identified the following segments:
 Commuterland Culturebuffs (higher engaged): Affluent suburban and greenbelt consumers
of culture as part of their social lives, particularly prevalent in the South East region.
Interested in high-quality artistic experiences and have broad creative tastes
 Dormitory Dependables (medium engaged): Regular but not frequent attenders living in city
suburbs and small towns, with more traditional tastes but could be persuaded to take risks
 Home & Heritage (medium engaged): Conservative and mature households who have a
love of the traditional. This group is suspicious of advertising, with word of mouth being
preferred
 Up Our Street (lower engaged): Reasonably comfortably off households, occasional
audiences for popular arts & entertainment, museums and heritage sites. Print newspapers
are widely read, and this group prefer events with community ties.
Example marketing tactics:
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Local press and radio coverage with cast to introduce the production through traditional
media channels
Playing theatre trailers ahead of any NT Live showings in the venue
Poster advertising to community areas such as sports centres and amateur dramatics
groups
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Engaging audiences
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We will regularly update our social media content, running competitions and a journal
following the company on tour – aimed at younger audiences and festival/fringe goers.
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Use Spanish institutions distribution channels (emailing lists and web advertisements) to
reach Spanish communities and enthusiasts of the Iberian culture and music.
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We will target local and regional press with a PR campaign which will have a special focus
on previews.
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Offering workshops to local schools and drama societies.
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Running ticket offers through competitions on local media in conjunction with the venue.
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Offering Q&A on Little Soldier’s creative process, style and language use.
Selling the show
USP
A female led, fresh, dynamic and irreverent take on the Cervantes classic. A winning
combination of stage technique and audience inclusion.
Content of the show
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Two Spaniards and an Englishman re-enact some of the episodes of Miguel de Cervantes
Don Quixote, with the company’s characteristic wit, humor, and playfully imaginative
outlook.
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Expect clown, physical comedy, puppetry and Spanish Classic guitar.
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This production also has diversity of languages. The company is committed to the
production of innovative and vibrant professional theatre that entertains and engages the
audience throughout.
Selling points
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Contributes to the celebration of the multicultural artistic scene.
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Funny and engaging, with direct address and some level of audience interaction
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Fast paced, quick witted and universally comic
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Award-wining Spanish Classical guitarist featured in the show
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Broad audience appeal as it is entertaining and accessible for Spanish and non-Spanish
speakers.
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Can create opportunities for inter-cultural exchange and collaborations between Spanish
speaking and English speaking organisations, encouraging Spanish communities to come
to the theatre
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High quality theatre and award-winning company
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Highly skilled physical performers.
Collaborations and Interesting facts
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Actor Stephen Harper is also a Told By An Idiot associate artist and has worked has
previously work at the RSC and devised War Horse with Tom Morris at the National
Theatre Studio.
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The first stage of development performed at ‘the Blue Elephant Theatre’ in 2013 was
devised in a week and on the opening night didn’t have an ending. The actors were
presented with three alternatives ways to finish the show and they would choose one during
the performance.
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There are two puppets featured on the show, Dick and Fanny. Follow us on Twitter if you
would like to know what they are up to.
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Aitor Basauri from Spymonkey is mentoring Little Soldier since 2012 and has been very
actively involved in the creation process of the show.
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Press
Campaign
Little Soldier will deliver a print and digital PR campaign to publicise the tour of ‘The ingenious
gentleman Don Quixote of la Mancha’, in autumn 2015. We expect to work on regional and local
press throughout the tour. Our aims for this campaign are:
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To communicate the exciting, innovative nature of Little Soldier’s work so audiences can
engage with the unique offering and style.
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To ensure close communication with local media where relevant, to continue to access the
all-important local audiences.
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To drive audience attendance by linking the PR campaign to all marketing work, ensuring a
strategic approach across all relevant platforms.
Objectives:
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Generate and sustain buzz for all events across social media channels, targeting influential
bloggers and Twitter users in the arts and entertainment sectors to increase engagement
levels across major digital platforms
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To secure feature and preview coverage in relevant local media
Key messages
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A vast collection of excellent reviews from finger-on-the-pulse websites herald a young
company of great promise, and a new name to watch.
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A heady mix of physical performance, comedy, classical Spanish music and storytelling
make for an unmistakably vivid, compelling performance from a fresh and dynamic new
viewpoint.
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A winning combination of stage technique and audience inclusion.
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Press quotes
Edinburgh festival 2014: the shows you can’t
live without
THE GUARDIAN | Lyn Gardner
★★★★| A YOUNGER THEATRE
★★★★★| THE STAGE
Hilarious and undeniably charming.
Technically brilliant and jaw-droppingly
★★★★| THE SKINNY
entertaining.
Their display of physical comedy ranges
★★★★★| BROADWAYBABY
from charmingly traditional to brilliantly
The three players put the audience in fits of
innovative.
laughter.
★★★| THE GUARDIAN
★★★★★| EDINBURGH SPOTLIGHT
Cunningly constructed and wonderfully
A perfect blend of chaos and control.
inventive.
★★★★| TIME OUT
Dorothy Max Prior | TOTAL THEATRE
Hilariously dirty adaptation.
Refreshingly uplifting piece
★★★★| EXEUNT
Paul Levy | FRINGE REVIEW
Anarchic, funny, witty
An unpretentious, inventive and smartly silly
delight.
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Previous coverage
You and Me
Winner of the Argus Angel Award at Brighton Fringe 2013, ‘You and Me’ is a funny yet touching
story which explored old age with humour, imagination and tenderness. A deft and thoughtfully
handled consideration of the complexities of old age and dementia.
‘You and Me’ is based on original script ‘Tu I jo’ by Roger Simeon. Adapted and directed by BBC
performing arts fund winner Bryony Shanahan, the show opened at Rich Mix in 2012 and enjoyed
a successful month run at the Blue Elephant Theatre. In 2013 ‘You and Me’ toured the UK and was
presented at PAM Festival (New York).
Press Quotes You and Me
A compelling masterstroke of physical comedy.
A Younger Theatre
Masterpiece…The best of the Fringe.
Brighton Argus, Argus Angel Award, Brighton Festival Fringe
A funny, insightful and poignant piece that hits its mark with precision and intelligence.
★★★★ | Exeunt
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Press release template
Little Soldier Productions in association with Jacksons Lane present:
The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha
With help from Spymonkey’s Aitor Basauri, one of the greatest clowns working in the world
today, the two Spaniards of Little Soldier are joined on stage by Told By An Idiot associate
artist Stephen Harper to re-enact one of the most influential works of world literature. Their
mammoth task would be easier if any of the following were true: they’d read the book, had enough
actors or heeded the warnings of Terry Gilliam. The production follows the style of Little Soldier’s
Brighton Fringe run and national tours of You and Me, a bitter-sweet physical comedy about
dementia, and growing old away from home.
Here, the company contrast the intimate with the epic, with Little Soldier’s combination of
languages with live music and physical comedy, presenting an imaginative and provocative
adventure of immense proportions, to be taken with a pinch of salt (and a handlebar moustache).
Dramaturg Tiffany Wood received the NSDF Sunday Times Playwriting Award for Shaking
Cecilia. Her new writing has appeared at The Bush (Roundabout, 2012) and Soho Theatre
(Gravitons). Aside from his work as an associate artist with Told By An Idiot, Stephen Harper has
also worked with the RSC, Trestle and The Clod Ensemble, and performed at the National
Theatre, Sheffield Crucible and Staffordshire’s New Vic.
Little Soldier Productions Co-Artistic Director Mercè Ribot said: “Taking on Don Quixote has
felt a bit like deciding to have a baby. Were we prepared to take on that challenge and
responsibility? Could we afford it? It was daring even for an established company, but for us, when
we are still quite new, was it just madness? And of course, the logic told us not to do it, at least just
yet… but the heart speaks differently, and has its own particular desires. Ours set us a challenge
which very much mirrors that of Don Quixote the dreamer, the madman who jumps on his steed
and sets off for the unknown. He doesn’t have much aside from his epic conviction, incredible
passion and relentless persistence. Now in the early delirium of parenthood, we invite everyone to
celebrate the joy and madness with us, the ‘there is never a right time’; the ‘we’ll do it when we
grow up’… We are aiming for the moon and won’t settle for less. This is Little Soldier.”
Praise for The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha (2014):
“Technically brilliant and jaw-droppingly entertaining” The Stage 
“The three plays put the audience in fits of laughter” The Broadway Baby 
“Hilariously dirty adaptation” Time Out 
“An unpretentious, inventive and smartly silly delight” Exeunt 
“Hilarious and undeniable charming” A Younger Theatre 
“Their display of physical comedy ranges from charmingly traditional to brilliantly innovative”
The Skinny 
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Editors notes:
Founded to promote innovative cross-cultural artistic collaborations, Little Soldier uses
physical comedy, devising techniques and live music to produce funny yet touching shows,
exploiting their Spanish backgrounds and English setting to create an individual take on new
writing and classic texts. Little Soldier is led by award winning actresses Patricia Rodríguez and
Mercè Ribot, who trained respectively at Philippe Gaulier and East 15. Their first show Pakita
(2010) was supported by Greenwich Theatre and toured US and Spain. Their second, You and Me
(2012), has had 55 performances to date, including a month’s run at the Blue Elephant Theatre
and a G4ta supported UK tour (2013). It received a Brighton Fringe Argus Angel, and was
presented at PAM Festival (New York).
Little Soldier Co-Artistic Director and Performer Patricia Rodríguez is award-winning actress;
she worked for various Spanish companies before undergoing a full year training with Philippe
Gaulier. Recent work in the UK includes: Pakita: Stimulating Bitter and Necessary (2010), and You
and Me (2012), both with Little Soldier Productions.
Little Soldier Co-Artistic Director and Performer Mercè Ribot trained at East 15 on the
acclaimed Contemporary Theatre Course. Her TV credits include: The Trip (BBC 2) and Charlie
Brooker’s Black Mirror (Channel 4). Theatre credits include The Bush Bazaar (The Bush Theatre);
Discombobulated by Publick Transport (Brewery Theatre & UK National Tour) commissioned and
developed through Bristol Ferment at Bristol Old Vic; Kin and The Collision of Things by Move to
Stand (Brighton Festival, Edinburgh Fringe 2013, Vault Festival 2014 and Incoming Festival 2014).
She is also an associate artist for emerging theatre company Move To Stand.
www.littlesoldierproductions.co.uk | @LittleSoldierP |
www.facebook.com/LittleSoldierProductions
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6APxdXvIuRc
Running Time: 80 minutes | Suitable for 14+
Company Information
Artistic Directors: Patricia Rodriguez & Merce Ribot
Directed by Ian Nicholson
Dramaturgy by Tiffany Wood
Live Music by Maria Camahort
Set Designer Sophia Simensky
Lighting Design Seth Rook Williams
Associate Producer Bridget Floyer
Assistant Producer Rebecca Targett
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Online marketing
Trailer
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Our latest trailer here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6APxdXvIuRc)
More video links – available on request
Images
High-resolution publicity shots are available from Dropbox. Press here or follow the link:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/oszoeugep3wgfae/AAB3wHsn0hUb--uXGHSot08xa?dl=0
Press
Members of the company will be available for press and radio interviews.
Please contact: Rebecca Targett ([email protected])
Social media
Facebook
www.facebook.com/littlesoldierproductions
Twitter
@LittleSoldierP
#DonQuixoteTour
664+ likes and the company regularly posts videos, pictures and updates
978+ followers, tweets daily with pictures and updates
The company will run Twitter Q&As and competitions and will be re-tweeting audience comments.
The company will be posting rehearsal shots and photographs along the tour.
Tweet/Facebook examples:
#DonQuixoteTour “a show that embodies not just Cervantes’ but the spirit of the fringe itself” Lyn
Gardner, Guardian. Don’t miss it at X VENUE @LittleSoldierP
Award-winning funny physical comedy & live Spanish music from @LittleSoldierP #DonQuixoteTour
book tickets for X VENUE
Technically brilliant and jaw-droppingly entertaining. ★★★★★| THE STAGE @LittleSoldierP
#DonQuixoteTour book tickets for X VENUE
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Box office information
Show information at a glance An award winning physical comedy, an irreverent take on the Cervantes classic with live Spanish
music.
How long is the performance?
80 mins. There is an optional interval, but it is agreed with each venue in advance.
Are there any loud sound effects or strobe lights?
No
What is the recommended age limit?
Recommended for 14+. There is mild nudity and strong language at times.
Is there any music or songs?
Yes, wonderful live music. Spanish classic guitar by Maria Camahort.
How many performers are there?
Four performers on stage. Three actors and one musician.
How can I find out more about the show or Little Soldier?
By following us on Facebook, Twitter or by visiting our website on www.littlesoldierproductions.co.uk
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Company Q&A
What inspired you to make the show? Why a classic like Don Quixote?
Don Quixote is one of the longest, most complex and ambitious projects we could think of as a
young company. Since it was such a crazy idea we thought it was the perfect impossible dream to
pursue. Pretty much in the same way as Don Quixote could see giants where everybody else could
only see windmills. We started playing in a room with a fantastic group of people and we came to
the conclusion that the material was really good fun.
Where did you meet each other?
We all met in different contexts. Patricia, Merce and Stephen met in various workshops. Maria came
to the company later, almost as an accident. She was there at the right place at the right time just
when we were trying desperately to incorporate beautiful things to a nonsensical bunch of
improvisations.
Do you improvise a lot during the show?
Yes, all the time. There is a structure, of course, but a high percentage of the performance is
created with the audience during the show. We have so much fun.
How being Spanish influences the show itself?
Oh, totally, it is part of our DNA. We’ve been in England for a long time, more than 10 years, and
most of the team is English, but it appears in the show because we always want to think about
personal stories. We’ve put some Spanish into it, some Spanish songs and Spanish folklore, and
we think that all these cultural references enrich the piece. We don’t shy away from it. So it’s trying
to incorporate that and being very honest about who we are and where we come from, but also
embracing our English culture too
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Template Mail-out
Re: An award winning hilarious take on Don Quijote comes to [your venue]
Dear [name]
‘The ingenious gentleman Don Quijote of La Mancha’ is an award winning tongue-in-cheek take of
the Cervantes novel. The show has been thrilling audiences across the UK and will be in [your
venue] on the [date].
With a three-quarters Spanish, three-quarters female and a token English Bloke, Little Soldier sets
of to re-enact one of the most influential works of world literature. This critically acclaimed
production is peppered with live Spanish classic, physical comedy and puppetry.
With the right amount of naughtiness and stage craft, this is a truly engaging and hilarious
show
that has been charming audiences across the UK and abroad.
Come join the madness in [your venue] on the [date]
“Technically brilliant and jaw-droppingly entertaining” The Stage 
“The three plays put the audience in fits of laughter” The Broadway Baby 
“Hilariously dirty adaptation” Time Out 
“An unpretentious, inventive and smartly silly delight” Exeunt 
“Hilarious and undeniable charming” A Younger Theatre 
“Their display of physical comedy ranges from charmingly traditional to brilliantly innovative”
The Skinny 
Don’t forget to book your seats in advance to avoid disappointment. Tickets are [xx] and [xx]
concessions. Our box Office number is [xx].
Warmest,
[PROGRAMMER NAME]
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Tour schedule
Date
OCTOBER
Thurs 1
Thurs 22
Fri 23
Sat 24
Sun 25
Tues 27
Wed 28
Fri 30
Tue 3
NOVEMBER Wed 4
Thurs 5
Fri 6
Sat 7
Mon 9
Tue 10
Wed 11
Thur 12
Fri 13
Sat 14
Fri 20
Sat 21
Sat 28
Venue
Time
Box Office
Ormskirk Edge Hill University
New Milton Forest Arts Centre
Carshalton The Cryer
Fareham Ashcroft Arts Centre
Lingfield and Dormansland
Community Centre
Bedford The Place
Reading St Bart's Theatre
Shoreham Village Hall
Crawley The Hawth
Theatre Royal Margate
Brighton Dome
Aldershot West End Centre
Oxford The North Wall Arts Centre
Sheringham Little Theatre
Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds
Roxburgh Theatre, Stowe School
Groundlings Theatre
Bridport Arts Centre
Didcot Cornerstone
Southwell Bramley Centre
Caistor Town Hall
Robertsbridge Village Hall
7.30pm
7.30pm
8pm
7.30pm
01695 584480
01425 612 393
0203 771 9055
01329 223 100
8pm
7.30pm
8pm
7.30pm
7.45pm
7.30pm
7.30pm
8pm
8pm
7.30pm
7.30pm
8pm
7.30pm
8pm
7.30pm
7.30pm
7.30pm
7.30pm
01324 833893
01234 354321
0118 979 0098
01959 523765
01293 553636
01843 292795
01273 709709
01252 330040
01865 319450
01263 822347
01284 769505
01280 818012
023 9273 7370
01308 427183
01235 515 144
01636 812148
01472 851075
01580 880359
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Artistic team
Patricia Rodríguez (Performer) is an award-winning actress and the
Artistic Director of Little Soldier Productions. After finishing her studies in
El Instituto de las Artes Escenicas de Asturias, Patricia worked for
various companies: ‘Higiénico Papel’, ‘Barataria Teatro’ y ‘Quiquilimón’.
In 2002 she won the Best Actress Award in Asturias for her role in
Gasolina con Capullos.
After developing her training at the Philippe Gaulier School in Paris,
Patricia moved to London where she has performed and produced the
English premier of Ernesto Caballero Pakita: Stimulating Bitter and
Necessary, in conjunction with Greenwich Theatre, at The New End
Theatre. Patricia has also played Pakita at the New York theatre Teatro
Latea. Pakita and Sala Triangulo in Madrid during its 2012 tour.
Mercè Ribot (Performer). Mercè Ribot is a UK based performer
and Co-Artistic Director of theatre company Little Soldier
Productions. She trained at East 15 Acting School on the acclaimed
Contemporary Theatre Course. TV Credits: The Trip (BBC 2) and
Charlie Brooker’s Black Mirror (Channel 4).
Theatre
credits:
‘The
Bush
Bazaar’
(The
Bush
Theatre);
'Discombobulated' by Publick Transport (Tobacco Factory Theatres run
& UK National Tour), commissioned and developed through Bristol
Ferment at Bristol Old Vic. Mercè is also an associate artist for emerging
theatre company Move To Stand (‘The Collision of Things’). She has
recently collaborated with Cardiff based company Motherlode in a lottery
funding supported project, ‘Rhum’. Currently in Edinburgh with devising
company Antler (‘If I were me’).
Tiffany Wood (Dramaturg) received the NSDF Sunday Times Playwriting Award for Shaking Cecilia. Her
new writing has appeared at The Bush (Roundabout, 2012) and Soho Theatre (Gravitons). She has
collaborated with devising company ‘The last Baguette’.
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Stephen Harper (Performer). Stephen’s recent acting work includes One
Snowy Night at Discover in Stratford Never Try This At Home and Get
Happy for Told By An Idiot The Mouse and his Child and Merry Wives of
Windsor at The RSC, Mass Observation at the Almeida with Inspector
Sands, We Love You City at The Belgrade Theatre, War Horse and
Theatre of Blood with the National theatre, Laurel and Hardy at the New
Vic Theatre, I’m a Fool to Want You, Shoot me in the Heart, I Weep at my
Piano and Don’t Laugh It’s my Life with Told by an Idiot, Home from
Home at Polka, 1966 World Cup Final and Ben Hur for BAC and
Commonnonsense at Reykjavik City Theatre. He has also worked with
Trestle, Hoi Polloi, Brouhaha, English Shakespeare Co., Clod Ensemble,
The Gate Theatre, West Yorkshire Playhouse and Sheffield Crucible. He
is an associate with Told by an Idiot and works on many of their education
projects.
Maria Camahort (composer and performer) completed her studies in
Classical performance at ESMUC (Barcelona). Graduating with a
distinction in MMus Performance from the Guildhall School of Music and
Drama, she was awarded the prestigious Guildhall Artist Fellowship from
2010-12. Maria is particularly interested in the field of chamber music,
creative and collaborative performances, being involved in many variet
duets. She has also created and directed her own artistic projects, such
as the UK Premiere of F. Gasull's compositions (2011) and Maria
Camahort Quintet, project that released their debut CD Iberian Colours
last june. Relevant dance and theatre collaborations include: Guildhall
production of Blood Wedding as MD and composer (play by F. GarcíaLorca. Dir.: Christian Burgess) and Liminal Space Productions Olives
and Blood as composer.
Ian Nicholson (director) studied at University of Birmingham and Central School of Speech and Drama, and
trained at Ecole Philippe Gaulier. Ian has recently worked as Physical Comedy Consultant on 'Comedy of
Errors', directed by Alex Clifton, for Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre at Chester Performs.
Recent work as director includes: Tender Loving Care (New Theatre Royal, Portsmouth), The Last March
(Southwark Playhouse and Bike Shed Theatre, Exeter), Different is Dangerous (New Diorama Theatre), South
Asian Literature Festival (The Bush Theatre, London), Tamasha New Writers’ Scheme (Soho Theatre,
London), Aesop’s Fables (Key Theatre, Peterborough), The Taming of the Shrew (Romulan Taiteellinen
Teatteri, Finland), Animal Farm (Arcola Theatre, London), and Transmissions New Writing Festival
(Birmingham Repertory Theatre).
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