Digital Caravan Theatre

THE STORYTELLERS by Michelle Payne Join Stevie and Hayley on their fun filled storytelling adventures. There’s detectives, there’s swimming, there’s Mac & cheese and (of course!) a sprinkle of community magic.Performed by Mohamed Bangura and Effie Ansah - featuring Remmy, Vee, Luana, Lorenzo, Loveday, Lola and Skyla (Young Creatives from North Kensington). Directed by Abi Falase Sound Design by Nicola T Chang *Inspired by the community and young people of The Henry Dickens Estate Community Centre and Kids on the Green  

HUGO AND HARLEY'S GREATEST AND MOST JOYFUL RADIO SHOW! THE BEST IN THE WHOLE WIDE WORLD! written by Tanya-Loretta Dee Super star local radio DJs Hugo and Harley go on a joyful trip down memory lane to when they recorded their first ever show on an old cassette tape on their 9th birthday! Performed by Sid Sagar, Kwami Odoom, Valentine Hanson and Tanya-Loretta Dee Directed by Nadia Papachronopoulou Sound Design by Nicola T Chang *Inspired by the children of Barlby Primary School in North Kensington 

A PICKLE MAKES A MAGIC DEN by Mae Munuo When Xavier and Effie dare each other to eat an old pickle at the back of the fridge, they never imagined where it would take them! Join them on this magical rollercoaster of a fairytale. Performed by Denzel Baidoo and Charity Bedu-AddoDirected by Lucille Findlay Sound Design by Nicola T Chang*Inspired by the children of Oxford Gardens Primary School in North Kensington

CARAVAN THEATRE: OUR VOICES - GATE THEATRE ASSOCIATES Three original micro plays in one episode created in partnership with the Gate Theatre Young Associates, as part of the Route 27 farewell series - as the Gate Theatre waves goodbye to the area and its first home in Notting Hill, and moves to its new venue in Camden.All inspired by North Kensington and the Caravan Theatre itself. Originally performed live for the Henry Dickens Community Centre and Migrants Organise Charity, as well as in Portobello Market. Please note these plays have adult content, language and themes. Recommended for 15 years+OUR VOICES: GATE THEATRE YOUNG ASSOCIATES MICRO-PLAYS ARE: Rachman Baby by Rufus Love, starring Barbara Smith and Amin Ali, and directed by Rohan GotobedGrinder  written and performed by Hosanna Johnson, directed by Amin AliPassage  written and performed by Lauren Ziebart, directed by Rohan Gotobed Sound Design on all plays by Nicola Chang (Small Truth Theatre's Artistic Associate) Young Associates were supported by Harris Albar, Yasmin Hafesji, Isley Lynn and Yasmeen Arden*These audio micro-plays, were recorded at the Gate Theatre in Notting Hill and also features audio direct from audiences responses to the live shows - as part of a workshop Q&A with Migrants Organise charity at Henry Dickens Estate Community Centre.  For more info and bios of Gate Young Associates visit: https://www.gatetheatre.co.uk/whats-on/the-caravan-theatre/ 

FINDING POLLY Written by Emma Dennis-Edwards Directed by Abi Falase Cast: Polly - Luana Gomes (KOTG)Miss Wood/Ri-Ri - Sherise Blackman Jamie/Leo - Tom Victor Announcer - Evan Orlando Macdonald (KOTG)Creatives:KOTG Assistant Director - Loveday LeVack KOTG Assistant Director - Skyla PaulKOTG Assistant Sound Designer - Ruthie Grant KOTG Assistant Producer/Script Editor - Evan Orlando MacDonald Sound Engineer - Adrian at KOTG  Sound Design – Nicola Chang Creative Producer - Lucille Findlay Made in collaboration with the Young People at Kids on the Green (KOTG) Recommended 12+ Following our award winning DIGITAL CARAVAN THEATRE series, SMALL TRUTH THEATRE is back with a new collections of audio plays called OUR VOICES. Inspired by the culture and community of North Kensington, the award- winning Caravan Theatre is back with 15 minute micro plays, putting our much loved community at the heart of our theatre making to celebrate & amplify the young voices in our area and beyond. Supported by the Grenfell Health And Emotional Wellbeing For Children And Young People Fund and Arts Council England, these little pieces on magic are made with some of the best artists and creatives working in UK theatre and TV.

HOMEWritten by Abi ZakarianDirected by Yasmeen Arden   Starring: Mother - Nathalie Armin Najia - Jessie Bedrossian Sound Design – Nicola Chang Creative Producer - Lucille FindlayInspired by the children and staff at Henry Dickens Community Centre Following our award winning DIGITAL CARAVAN THEATRE series, SMALL TRUTH THEATRE is back with a new collections of audio plays called OUR VOICES. Inspired by the culture and community of North Kensington, the award- winning Caravan Theatre is back with 15 minute micro plays, putting our much loved community at the heart of our theatre making to celebrate & amplify the young voices in our area and beyond. Supported by the Grenfell Health And Emotional Wellbeing For Children And Young People Fund and Arts Council England, these little pieces on magic are made with some of the best artists and creatives working in UK theatre and TV.

PIECES Written by Lilly Driscoll Directed by Nadia Papachronopoulou Starring: Ruby - Barbara Smith Pearl - Alex Jarrett Sound Design – Nicola Chang Creative Producer - Lucille FindlayInspired by Year 5 at Barlby Primary SchoolFollowing our award winning DIGITAL CARAVAN THEATRE series, SMALL TRUTH THEATRE is back with a new collections of audio plays called OUR VOICES. Inspired by the culture and community of North Kensington, the award- winning Caravan Theatre is back with 15 minute micro plays, putting our much loved community at the heart of our theatre making to celebrate & amplify the young voices in our area and beyond. Supported by the Grenfell Health And Emotional Wellbeing For Children And Young People Fund and Arts Council England, these little pieces on magic are made with some of the best artists and creatives working in UK theatre and TV.

CHICKEN SHOP LOVE Written by Tanya Loretta Dee Directed by Yasmeen Arden Starring: Tara - Jade Anouka Simeon & Mick - Kwaku Mills Sound Design – Nicola Chang Creative Producer - Lucille FindlayInspired by Year 5 at Oxford Gardens Primary School Following our award winning DIGITAL CARAVAN THEATRE series, SMALL TRUTH THEATRE is back with a new collections of audio plays called OUR VOICES. Inspired by the culture and community of North Kensington, the award- winning Caravan Theatre is back with 15 minute micro plays, putting our much loved community at the heart of our theatre making to celebrate & amplify the young voices in our area and beyond. Supported by the Grenfell Health And Emotional Wellbeing For Children And Young People Fund and Arts Council England, these little pieces on magic are made with some of the best artists and creatives working in UK theatre and TV.

Our Digital Caravan Theatre Festive Special is a cheeky retelling of THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES, with razor sharp wit and satirical tones - this unfairytale of festive fun, follows our double award winning series of micro audio plays.  Written by Olivia Mace Adapted from the original story by Hans Christian AndersenPerformed by Olivia MaceValentine Hanson Verity Arden Sound Design by Nicola ChangMusic and Lyrics by Olivia Mace Directed by Yasmeen Arden BSL Interpretation by Dionne ThomasProduced by Jamie Arden and Caley Powell for Small Truth Theatre 

Student and single mum Aurora is about to meet her inner rage and go on a journey of a lifetime. She confronts her past and in doing so discovers more than she ever imagined, maybe you will too...*Content Warning: In this play there is a mention of sexual assault and strong language throughout. Recommended for 16+RAGEWritten by Chloe Todd FordhamStarring Tanya Loretta Dee and Safiyya IngarDirected by Yasmeen ArdenSound Design by Nicola ChangProduced by Jamie Arden and Caley Powell for Small Truth TheatreIn association with our partners UHARTS at University of Hertfordshire 

Water is everywhere throughout our lives; it flows around us and waves at us from the shores. Inspired by the banks of Greenwich & Woolwich, babirye writes about a mother and daughter who live their lives against the backdrop of water.WATERWritten and performed by babirye bukilwaDirected by Miranda CromwellSound Design by Nicola ChangProduced by Small Truth TheatreIn association with our partners Royal Borough of Greenwich

When a busker discovers the story of “Greenwich Time Lady” Ruth Belville, she can’t help thinking about what time means to her. Whether in the tick of the clock or the beat of her song, maybe now is her time!TIME Written by Jessica ButcherStarring Danusia SamalDirected by Chris SonnexSound Design by Nicola ChangProduced by Small Truth Theatre In association with our partners Royal Borough of Greenwich

Spirit of Carnival by Emma Dennis-EdwardsLet the Spirit of Carnival take you on a journey to the heart and soul of Notting Hill Carnival. Bringing to life the wonder of this spectacular event and its roots - Spirit invites you to join her for Europe’s biggest street festival.How will you find her? You can’t miss her she’s everywhere! Spirit - Danielle Vitalis Sound Design - Nicola Chang Director - Yasmeen Arden Produced by Small Truth Theatre*BSL interpreted film of the audio play is available on our website

Enough by Abi Zakarian Dedicated to Portobello Road and all roads that hold a community together. Meet Olive with all her stories and the people she meets along the way. Olive is great company, so come and take a walk with her down Portobello Road. A love story between one woman and the street where she lives.Olive - Lilly DriscollSound Design - Nicola Chang Director - Yasmeen ArdenProduced by Small Truth Theatre  *BSL interpreted film of the audio play is available on our website

September Skies by Jessica Butcher Join Kite as she remembers one very magical summer holiday adventure before she went to secondary school and everything changed. This one will be enjoyed by all ages. Set in North Kensington September Skies is a story of growing up and finding your way.   Kite - Safiyya Ingar  Sound Design - Nicola Chang  Director - Yasmeen Arden Produced by Small Truth Theatre *BSL interpreted film of the audio play is available on our website **Learning Packs to accompany September Skies are available for Teachers, Parents and Carers

Yasmeen Arden, Artistic Director of award winning Theatre company Small Truth Theatre, introduces the Digital Caravan Theatre. Yasmeen explains the work of Small Truth Theatre, their micro venue The Caravan Theatre and the process of transferring their specialism in "micro Theatre" to audiences online.  Digital Caravan Theatre's first collection of three micro audio plays, from some of our most acclaimed and exciting playwrights working in the UK today, will be launched on Saturday 15th August.  The micro audio plays are: Spirit of Carnival by Emma Dennis-EdwardsSeptember Skies by Jessica Butcher Enough by Abi Zakarian  The Cast: Danielle Vitalis, Safiyya Ingar, Lilly DriscollDirected by Yasmeen ArdenSound Design by Nicola Chang Film visuals by Daniel Renwick Produced by Jamie Arden and Caley Powell Supported by Arts Council England