Troubled Waters by Corinne Harragin

8pm Saturday + Extra show added Sunday 5.30pm due to popular demand!

With over 4,000 miles of polluted waterways, Britain and Ireland’s rivers are in ruin.

This vibrant new tapestry of transporting tales winds through stories that have shaped our relationship with rivers, the lifeblood of our landscape.

Leaping salmon, fishtail women, mythical raves & sacred springs… These enchanting and surprising tales present characters who question what is set in stone and find their own flow.

With each meandering stream and rushing river, we dip our toes into vital waters and ask what new connections are found when we look with fresh eyes beneath the surface?

Created & performed by Corinne Harragin

Press Reviews:
‘Genuinely very funny’
'A masterful storyteller’ Backstage Bristol (link to full review)

Audience praise for Troubled Waters:
“Delicious, captivating, funny, sexy, and brilliant!”
“Mesmerising and sensual – the stories came to life”
“Corinne kept her audience captivated.”
“A beautiful journey that blends traditional storytelling with modern language”

“Rivers sustain the natural environment, wildlife and people in equal measure. People have to feel part of something to feel motivated to care for it - Troubled Waters is an impressive production that will inspire people to re-establish their connection with our rivers, helping to protect them. As a trust, our mission is to see 1 in 4 people taking action for nature, and this production is a brilliant example of people taking action for nature” - Avon Wildlife Trust

All tickets include a £1 admin charge

Approx running time 1 hour 15 mins (no interval)

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The Alma Theatre has been serving the community for 25 years and has never been the recipient of ACE or other funding and were unable to secure the Covid Arts Recovery Fund. We have been offering reduced rates, preferential box office splits and extended promo support to aid the recovery from the past year and a half. Your help will enable us to continue bringing fantastic stories to your local theatre. 50% of your donation will go to the Alma Theatre, and 50% to our inhouse company, Schoolhouse Productions.

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