The Last Bantam

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Theatre (drama, historical)

  • Venue 152
    Paradise in Augustines - The Snug
  • 14:15
  • Aug 3-10, 12-17, 19-25
  • 45 minutes
  • Suitability: 16+ (Guideline)
  • Country: Ireland
  • Group: Michael Hughes
  • Warnings and additional info: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Set in a war zone. Description of violence.
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
  • Policy applies to: Children under 2 years
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Description

1914. The world is at war. The British army recruits 50,000 men between 5’ and 5’3" to fight. These men came from all over Britain, Ireland and Canada. Known as Bantams after the small, aggressive rooster, they were formed into special Bantam battalions. 1918. Bouzincourt, France. One Bantam remains: Patrick Michael Wolfe, a teacher from Dublin. This is his story. Inspired by real events. Directed by Jonathan Hansler. ‘Elegantly performed’ ***** (BritishTheatreGuide.info ). ‘Excellent’ ***** (UKTW.co.uk). ‘Outstanding’ **** (PlaysInternational.org.uk). ‘Giant of a play’ **** (Derek Awards).

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General venue access

  • Accessible entry: The audience enter from George IV Bridge, with a couple of steps to enter the building. A temporary ramp is also available. The Snug is located downstairs, via a single width staircase. The audience enter in the side of the auditorium. The front row is all level access.

    • Wheelchair access type: Not fully wheelchair accessible

  • Stairs: 20+
    Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.

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  • Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance

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Dates, Times and Prices