“This Fringe Festival has been monumental in both the show’s and company’s growth through the years. We can’t wait to bring the show back to the studio where it all began.”
WHO: Paige Canavan Smith
WHAT: “A Piece inspired by Philip Pullman’s short story, ‘Clockwork’.
Unsettled is back! With a new cast, bigger script and a brand new puppet – come join us at Bedfringe, where it all began.
A Piece inspired by Philip Pullman’s short story, ‘Clockwork’. White snow seeps down from the mountain tops of the Neuchstein region, freezing over the valleys and the hearts of all the people that live within it. At the foot of the tallest peak, resides the inhabitants of Brutzenvien and their King. Through this everlasting stone-cold ice age, the King’s son soon falls ill and the King makes a pledge to do all in his power to save his heir. But how far will he go?
This is a devised show that uses a clothing rail in every way possible and 3 actors playing around 15 characters in under 50 minutes. An imaginative exploration into a magical world. With dance sequences, puppetry and live music, this show is a creative explosion!
The only way to describe this show is if Narnia, Monty Python and Tim Burton were a 45-minute play … with puppets.”
WHERE: Quarry Theatre
WHEN: 24 July 2023 @ 15:00 (60mins)
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Is this your first time to Bedfringe?
This is our third time at Bedfringe! As a local to Bedford, I have always felt it was important to bring my work home and connect with my community. It’s amazing to champion the arts in your hometown; there is a sense of pride that comes alongside it. Bedfringe is actually the place where we first debuted this show, The Untold Fable of Fritz. This Fringe Festival has been monumental in both the show’s and company’s growth through the years. We can’t wait to bring the show back to the studio where it all began.
What are the big things you’ve learned since 2025 and have you absorbed any of the lessons yet?
We have been busy building our work and practice. The Untold Fable of Fritz has adapted. We have a lovely new cast member, Emma Read, joining us alongside an amazing Stage Manager, Beth Scott. We are so excited to perform with our new puppet, designed by Mikayala Teodoro. And we also found out recently that we were successful with our Arts Council bid, so we can expand the tour and the outreach programme we deliver alongside.
Tell us about your show.
We take the audience on an epic adventure through magical woods, avalanches and meeting kooky and fun characters, but at the heart of the story is a father’s journey. hHe has to realise what is most important in his life – his power or his son. We hope this show makes you laugh, cry and maybe contemplate, what is important in your life?
What should your audience see at Bedfringe after they’ve seen your show?
You should check out:
– Katie and Ben, The History Hunters
– The Musicians of Bremen
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