Part 1 (Woodstock & The 60s) on Thurs and Sat.
Part 2 (Children of The Revolution & The 70s) on Fri and Sun.
A theatrical romp through the 60s & 70s. An exciting smorgasbord of theatrical vignettes,
a whistle-stop tour of your memories & of modern history. In lightning-fast succession, 65 distinct moments from the 60s, then (in Part 2) the 70s,.... the people, the events, the musicians, the upheavals, the iconic junctures that shaped our world. Bathed in the soundscapes & music of the times, enhanced by the audience’s memories & imaginations, taking you back to a world that was both revolutionary & challenging. Funny, poignant, moving.
“Outstanding Show. Masterly...such integrity... hilarious & chilling by turns... extraordinary fluency... mesmerising... a virtuoso writer & performer... no greater writer/performer working in Sussex.” Fringe Review. May 2022
“ ***** ... an exceptionally crafted & masterfully executed epic.” The Lewesian 2021
Something Underground were winners of...
International Fringe Encore Series Award 2022. Best New Play, New Writing South 2012. Best New Play (Shortlist), NWS 2013. Bruntwood Prize (Longlist) 2019. Best Male Performer, Brighton Fringe 2013, Best Female Perf, 2014, Best Female Perf (Nom), 2013, Best Male Perf (Nom), 2007
“The best feelgood, dance along, piece of theatre I’ve ever seen” via Sally Edwards.
"...my festival highlight – utterly brilliant piece of work!” Bianca Gavin
“... an amazing rollercoaster, moving, hilarious, revealing, joyful. Jonathan is a high speed shapeshifter!” Mark Mansbridge