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GLACIER

By Alison Spittle

⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A tender, darkly funny exploration of unlikely female friendships… ducks yawn-inducing clichés and locates humour in the deepest and murkiest of places.”– The Stage

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⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Director Madelaine Moore keeps the energy flowing and turns the repetitive process of dressing and undressing into something more profound.' - Morning Star Online

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Absolute must-see Christmas comedy with a twist. This show is something special.” – A Youngish Perspective

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⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Refreshingly original.” – The Reviews Hub

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'"...the staging by director Madelaine Moore is inventive, especially the amusing use of office swivel chairs to have the women glide around the space as if swimming" - Chortle

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“A beautiful, penetrating, humorous look at friendship, loneliness and humanity from a freezing lake.” – Oxinabox.co.uk

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⭐⭐⭐ "There’s swimming as represented by three actors gliding on swivel chairs, a surprisingly effective device performed with a winning twinkle" - The Guardian

Lake Foxleighmere is tranquil, especially at Christmas. Lucy thinks it’s the perfect place for a good scream. Jools thinks it’s the perfect place to escape her family, just for an hour. Dawn thinks it’s the perfect place to become invisible.  

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All three have created an unofficial tradition of swimming at the same place on the same day. A place they can be away from responsibilities, from life’s disappointments and from the people they love. 

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Full of the warmth, wit and heartbreak of Christmas, Glacier is a festive comedy for adults about wild swimming, female friendship, and what happens when you throw your wedding ring into a lake. 

 Cast & Creative Team

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Dawn - Debra Baker

Lucy - Emma Lau

Jools - Sophie Steer

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Writer - Alison Spittle

Director - Madelaine Moore

Set & Costume Design - Cory Shipp

Lighting Design - Martha Godfrey

Sound Design - Robin Colyer

Movement Direction - Mark Conway

Production Manager - Rachel Luff

Stage Manager - Hannah Gallardo Parsons

Tech - Eloise Sheffield

Produced by Old Fire Station & Charlotte Holder

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