Jamie Crawford Storyteller

Shows

	The story of King Arthur Jamie Crawford has delved into the earliest sources as well as subsequent reworkings to find a living connection between the Arthurian story and 21st century Britain. By turns playful, tragic and mysterious, this spirited new show cuts through the cliches surrounding King Arthur, bringing to life the passions and flaws that beset the Fellowship of the Round Table from its inspired rise to its violent fall. The show deals with the central story of the Arthurian cycle, from Arthur's conception to his passing, focussing on Arthur himself, Morgana, Merlin, Mordred, Guinevere and Lancelot. Among the episodes covered are the sword in the stone, the lady of the lake, the Holy Grail and the final battle at Camlann, as well as many lesser known parts of the story. Composed by Jamie Crawford in collaboration with John Wright, June Peters and Hugh Lupton. Suitable for adults and children aged 12 upwards.Developed with financial support from Arts Council England. “Outstanding." Pippa Smith, Arts Officer, Brighton Festival
	Wayland the Smith And other Stories Wayland Who works the Fire Labouring Night and Day For the Few and the Many Rose up and sang this Lay... The show includes pieces such as the Icelandic riddling story of Gestumblindi, the Sussex legend of St. Dunstan and a new version of How the Bee Became, originally by Ted Hughes. The title story is an ancient Germanic tale of love, abduction and revenge featuring a mythical blacksmith with extraordinary powers and very human passions. Suitable for adults and children of 12 upwards. ‘“Jamie Crawford's performance of Wayland Smith was stunning. He is one of the few storytellers that has pulled off the magic of maintaining a high emotional charge while at the same time keeping a close connection with his audience." Graham Langley, Storytelling Café
	Once Apop a Snickety Wow! Old stories told in a new way. From riddles to wonder tales, Jamie Crawford winkles out traditional stories worldwide and brings them to life for a 21st century audience. With mystery and magic, with silly noises and joining in, with funny bits and spooky bits and things that go bump in the night.... Bring your loudest voice and an imagination switched to 'Go!' A family show suitable for ages 5 and upwards
	ongoinG Project An unfinished repertoire drawn from what I call the dreaming of Britain, these are stories that spring from landscapes and lore that have spoken to my imagination in various ways and the result is an eclectic mix of tales, traditional songs and poetry, including several legends from my home county of Sussex. Suitable for adults and children of 12 upwards. I picked a coin from the floor of the cave. It was worn almost smooth but on one side I could just make out the head of a god with two faces one looking back into the past one looking forward. 'Good choice,' said the old man. 'We must go.'