Christmas At Sea

A dance theatre performance commissioned by Mackeral Sky based in Cornwall, and Onshore at Royal William Yard Plymouth.  We performed this festive piece in 2016 and 2017 over two locations at Torbay Harbour 'Christmas by the Sea' Festival and Royal William Yard's Christmas Market. 

‘Christmas at Sea tells the tale of an adventurer and his crew lost at sea, trying to find their way home in time for Christmas day. Monstrous winter storms threaten to take their lives as they attempt to navigate their way to dry land. Flashbacks of home comforts and family traditions at Christmas provide the light that guides them through this troublesome time, but is it enough to battle the elements?’

The story was animated through dance, live music, and storytelling with a promenade trail.  

Directed by Sarah Farrow- Jones and Clair Beckett

Written by Mark Beckett

Live Music by Nathan Marshall

Recorded Music Composed by Lynsey Dart

Performers: Sarah Farrow-Jones, Thomas Remnant, Clair Beckett, Katie Wheeler, Anton Christensen, Nathan Marshall, Sophie Northmore, Sophie Neale, Lauren Pomfret

Costumes by Becky Dodman and Sarah Farrow-Jones