We all love stories; they are a chance to step into someone else’s shoes, feel empathy, learn a lesson and become inspired. National Storytelling Week is all about the joyful celebration of sharing stories, and as a theatre, we have so many to tell.
If you are a lover of stories like us, check out some of the best our stages have to offer:
Are you intrigued by theatre? Well, if this is you, Moments by Theatre Re is a perfect storytelling piece for you.
Through their personal stories of becoming parents and reaching mid-life, the director, composer, lighting designer, and sound designer are all on stage, guiding you through the thought process and creation of everything that is happening as it happens. Not only will you learn about theatre, but you will also feel moved as the play explores themes of time, fatherhood, and grief.
It starts off as a TED talk, then it falls into the world of performance with Theatre Re’s trademark style of accessible physical storytelling with music at its heart.
Moments is performing at Norwich Theatre Playhouse from 10 – 12 Feb. Plus, along with your ticket on the first night a Q & A with the actors after the show is included.
Edward Tripp: No Man is An Ireland
This is a surreal, genre-bending, stand-up poetry show performed by award-winning Northern Irish comedian and former Bard of Exeter, Edward Tripp. Edward ponders his cultural identity through the mediums of storytelling and prop-heavy stand-up poetry.
At Norwich Theatre Stage Two, 8 Feb, you can be transported into another world through the spoken word.
Are you an admirer of technology? Or terrified robots will take over the world? Well, Lieven Scheire: Artificial Intelligence will keep you on the edge of your seat.
One thing is certain: AI is already ubiquitous today and will profoundly change our lives. In this show, comedian, presenter, and physicist Lieven Scheire tells the story of AI, mixing history with comedy and making thought-provoking points on our current social climate.
You will leave the show with a smile on your face and full of plenty of facts to share with your friends.
Don’t miss it! It is 18 Feb, Norwich Theatre Playhouse.
If you are a fan of Nigel Havers or just love listening to funny life stories, look no further than Nigel Havers: Talking B*ll*cks.
Nigel is coming to Norwich Theatre Royal on 15 Mar, telling all his behind-the-scenes gossip, tales of triumph (and disaster), moments of sheer madness, and a fair bit of talking b*ll*cks. In his first solo show, you will hear first-hand how he went from drama school to blockbuster movies to the theatre.
There will be charm, wit, and absolutely no running in slow motion. Book Nigel Havers: Talking B*ll*cks now.
What do Lara Croft and Indiana Jones have in common? Both have a passion for old relics. If you feel the same this Antiques and Discoveries: An Evening with Drew Pritchard is for you.
Hear the stories of the fascinating world of antiques and architectural salvage. Listen to Drew’s expert knowledge as the charismatic star of the 17-season hit series Salvage Hunters and one of Britain’s leading antique dealers. This special evening offers an up-close look at Drew’s life, career, and the stories behind some of his most remarkable finds.
You’ll hear about the thrill of discovering rare objects, the challenges of restoring them, and how his passion for history and design shapes his approach to everything he does. For those burning questions, you’ll have the opportunity to ask Drew about antiques, how to spot hidden value, and what it’s really like hunting for salvage across the UK and beyond.
See it at the Norwich Theatre Playhouse, 9 Mar.
Experience The Blindboy Podcast LIVE with best-selling author, screenwriter, songwriter, musician, producer and academic Blindboy Boatclub.
It’s an award-winning storytelling podcast in the Irish tradition of the Seanchaí, which seamlessly intertwines history, fiction, cultural critique, and politics into a relaxing form the creator calls “the podcast hug”.
Enter the live, exclusive event and be a part of a podcast exceeding 60 million global listeners. From Toronto to London, Sydney to Galway. With a surprise special guest at every show, it is the thrill of the unknown.
Don’t miss it, 15 Jun, Norwich Theatre Royal.
If you want to be more positive but are struggling to get there, Luke Wright’s show is right for you!
Through poetry reading, Luke explores how as a 42-year-old he can be happy. With a mix of the comic and the wistful, JOY takes in consumerism, boozing, cancer scares, abseiling vicars, and the joy of language itself. We might have to go down to come up, but we’ll get there in the end. Come let a little joy into your life with a wordsmith at the top of his game.
See Luke Wright: JOY! 25 Apr at the Norwich Theatre Playhouse.
Come see David Olusoga: A Gun Through Time, where you will hear a remarkable story told in this powerful, unexpected and enlightening social narrative.
Join David as he uncovers the story of three firearms that changed the world and the lives of our ancestors. See these legendary firearms up close on stage and delve into their mind-bending hidden social histories. You’ll also have the chance to ask David your own questions about any historical topic.
Don’t miss David Olusoga: A Gun Through Time, 16 Nov, Norwich Theatre Royal.
Written by UEA Work Experience student: Anna Johnson.
