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The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists
Visiting Company
An hilarious fast-paced show, that follows a group of painters and decorators struggling for survival in a stagnating Edwardian England.
As they renovate a three-story town house for Mayor Sweater, the philanthropists throw themselves into back-breaking work for poverty wages.
This vibrant story is brought to life by two talented and experienced performers using comedy routines, Music Hall songs and uplifting hymns.
“a version of Robert Tressell’s socialist classic that is a model of adaptation, dramatic emphasis and sheer theatrical magic.” Financial Times
“Fine Time Fontayne has superb comic timing” Financial Times
A musical comedy featuring Fine Time Fontayne and Neil Gore
Circle Studio
Wheelchair Access
Guide Dogs welcomePRESS
“a finely-paced production which packs a plenty of food for thought into an entertaining and accessible evening.”
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“a microcosm of power and economic relationships, in a world where losing your job could mean the workhouse or worse.”
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“presented with theatrical skill and good humour…a production which entertains rather than alienates anyone in the audience who does not share its socialist ethos.”
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Ellen Flanagan ★★★★★
29th September 2011
Hello, I am working down south next week and am therefore unable to attend any of the performance of The Ragged Trousered Philanthropist. Are there any plans for the production to be performed elsewhere? Many thanks, Ellen
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Helen ★★★★★
29th September 2011
Hi Ellen, the show is touring until next March. You can see the full list of tour dates here http://www.townsendproductions.org.uk/tour-dates