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The Snowsmith
Dec
28
to 31 Dec
Theatre, Christmas Show

The Snowsmith

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Award-winning theatre company Half a String present a magical Christmas treat and a daring quest to fix winter!

What can unite the grumpy town of Thawmor this winter?

Legends tell of soft white snow that blankets the ground, and inventor Eira is determined to bring it back. So grab your goggles and join her madcap adventure as she battles a fearsome whale, explores an abandoned mine, and meets herds of goats whilst finding unlikely friends in the strangest of places.

Get lost in a world of breathtaking puppetry, live songs and folk music, all led by captivating storytellers. Discover this original winter tale that will enthral the whole family, and answer the question: will it snow this winter?

“A tale of determination with plenty of magic.”
— Hertfordshire Mercury, 2022

EVENT DETAILS

Saturday 28th December 1pm + 4pm
Sunday 29th December 11am + 2pm
Monday 30th December 11am + 2pm
Tuesday 31st December 11am + 2pm

TICKETS

Adult £12
Child £10
Family of 4 £40
Pay What You Can available - for those who need it most.

Recommended ages 4+ - aimed at the whole family.
Running time: 60 minutes

We regret no lift access to performance studio. Ticket price includes all fees and levies. No refunds on tickets purchased.

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NOSFERATU WITH LIVE SCORE
Feb
14
8:00 pm20:00
Theatre, Family, Half Term, FEBRUARY

NOSFERATU WITH LIVE SCORE

F.W. Murnau’s classic silent film Nosferatu continues to haunt and terrify audiences. This first-ever screen adaptation of Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula captures the deeply-rooted elements of a waking nightmare. Its eerie, Gothic feel - and chilling performance from Max Shrek as the vampire - set the template for horror films that followed. 

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Frankenstein: Preview
Mar
6
to 7 Mar
Theatre, DNTCO., MARCH

Frankenstein: Preview

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Adapted By Noël Jones & Douglas Revolta 
Original Music by William Pickering

“I am on the brink of a discovery so great, so shocking that the very course of humanity may be altered by it – the moment that I, Victor Frankenstein, create life and destroy death forever.”

Mary Shelley’s gothic masterpiece is brought to life in a haunting new adaptation that explores the blurred lines between creator and creation, humanity and monstrosity and challenges the audience to question: who is the real monster?

Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist, becomes obsessed with creating life. Driven by ambition, he assembles a creature from body parts and brings it to life, only to be horrified by its monstrous appearance. Rejected by society and its creator, the creature seeks revenge, leading to a heartbreaking series of devastating events.

Discarded Nut Theatre Co. is a vibrant creative springboard for emerging actors, writers, musicians, performers and makers, offering a springboard to collaborate and grow alongside industry professionals. This groundbreaking company is dedicated to producing dynamic, high-quality theatre with captivating performances that leave a lasting impression. Our work is staged in The Nutshell, an intimate and welcoming space that offers audiences alternative, high-quality artistic experiences in one of Winchester's most loved and historic buildings.

“Last night made my heart stand still!”
— PRAISE FOR DNT CO.
“A rich and moving production by a vibrant and exciting company.”
— PRAISE FOR DNT CO.

INFORMATION

Thu, 6 Mar | 7pm | £15
Fri, 7 Mar | 7pm | £15

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Frankenstein
Mar
10
to 15 Mar
Theatre, DNTCO., MARCH

Frankenstein

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Adapted By Noël Jones & Douglas Revolta 
Original Music by William Pickering

“I am on the brink of a discovery so great, so shocking that the very course of humanity may be altered by it – the moment that I, Victor Frankenstein, create life and destroy death forever.”

Mary Shelley’s gothic masterpiece is brought to life in a haunting new adaptation that explores the blurred lines between creator and creation, humanity and monstrosity and challenges the audience to question: who is the real monster?

Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist, becomes obsessed with creating life. Driven by ambition, he assembles a creature from body parts and brings it to life, only to be horrified by its monstrous appearance. Rejected by society and its creator, the creature seeks revenge, leading to a heartbreaking series of devastating events.

Discarded Nut Theatre Co. is a vibrant creative springboard for emerging actors, writers, musicians, performers and makers, offering a springboard to collaborate and grow alongside industry professionals. This groundbreaking company is dedicated to producing dynamic, high-quality theatre with captivating performances that leave a lasting impression. Our work is staged in The Nutshell, an intimate and welcoming space that offers audiences alternative, high-quality artistic experiences in one of Winchester's most loved and historic buildings.

“Last night made my heart stand still!”
— PRAISE FOR DNT CO.
“A rich and moving production by a vibrant and exciting company.”
— PRAISE FOR DNT CO.

INFORMATION

Mon, 10 Mar | 7pm
Tue, 11 Mar | 7pm
Wed, 12 Mar | 7pm
Thu, 13 Mar | 7pm
Fri 14, Mar | 7pm
Sat, 15 Mar | 2pm & 7pm

TICKETS: £22, £19, Pay What You Can

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Frankenstein
Mar
17
to 22 Mar
Theatre, DNTCO., MARCH

Frankenstein

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Adapted By Noël Jones & Douglas Revolta 
Original Music by William Pickering

“I am on the brink of a discovery so great, so shocking that the very course of humanity may be altered by it – the moment that I, Victor Frankenstein, create life and destroy death forever.”

Mary Shelley’s gothic masterpiece is brought to life in a haunting new adaptation that explores the blurred lines between creator and creation, humanity and monstrosity and challenges the audience to question: who is the real monster?

Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist, becomes obsessed with creating life. Driven by ambition, he assembles a creature from body parts and brings it to life, only to be horrified by its monstrous appearance. Rejected by society and its creator, the creature seeks revenge, leading to a heartbreaking series of devastating events.

Discarded Nut Theatre Co. is a vibrant creative springboard for emerging actors, writers, musicians, performers and makers, offering a springboard to collaborate and grow alongside industry professionals. This groundbreaking company is dedicated to producing dynamic, high-quality theatre with captivating performances that leave a lasting impression. Our work is staged in The Nutshell, an intimate and welcoming space that offers audiences alternative, high-quality artistic experiences in one of Winchester's most loved and historic buildings.

“Last night made my heart stand still!”
— PRAISE FOR DNT CO.
“A rich and moving production by a vibrant and exciting company.”
— PRAISE FOR DNT CO.

INFORMATION

Mon, 17 Mar | 7pm
Tue, 18 Mar | 7pm
Wed, 19 Mar | 7pm
Thu, 20 Mar | 7pm
Fri, 21 Mar | 7pm
Sat, 22 Mar | 2pm & 7pm

TICKETS: £22, £19, Pay What You Can

No lift access to performance space.

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The Museum of Marvellous Things
Oct
30
11:30 am11:30
Theatre, Family, Half Term

The Museum of Marvellous Things

THE MUSEUM OF MARVELLOUS THINGS

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Welcome to The Museum of Marvellous Things, where the impossible can happen!

Discover stars in jars, catch moons like balloons, dance with Doo-Dahs in cages, sing with Noo-Nahs on stages. Because this is a museum like no other – it’s made from the magic of YOUR imagination – and you get to bring it alive.

With giant puppets, magical effects, interactive storytelling, LIVE original music and a chance to make your own special puppet, this is a fun-filled family show based on the picture book by Kristina Stephenson (creator of Sir Charlie Stinky Socks).

Meet sensible, serious Norbert Norris and wild, wonderful Tilly T. Pott, as they give you a sneak peek inside their amazing museum and ask YOU to fill it with MAGIC!

So…come on in, let the MAGIC BEGIN!

“It was funny, hilarious, marvellous and so good I almost exploded.”
— Theo (aged 6) at The Egg Theatre.

DETAILS

11:30am + 2:30pm

TICKETS: £12 and Pay What You Can available (for those who need it most)

Ages: A family show for children ages 3-8 years.
Duration: 1 hour
A visual guide is available on request.

Ticket price includes all fees and levies. We regret no lift access to performance space.

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PLAYTIME! Gee-Whiskers! – a cooking catastrophe
Oct
28
10:00 am10:00
Early Years, Theatre, Half Term

PLAYTIME! Gee-Whiskers! – a cooking catastrophe

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Play-along theatre adventures for 2-6 year olds and their grown-ups.

Come along for a fun, relaxed participatory theatre session with The Last Baguette theatre company. There’ll be silliness, play-acting, games and music...

Expect to play, move, watch and laugh.Join Ratty and her friends for a fun and gentle introduction to theatre with play-along storytelling, original music, puppetry, theatre games, movement, and lots of imaginative play. Ratty has a lot of ideas but sometimes things don’t go according to plan....can you help her by playing along and working together?

Sessions last 1 hour, and are created for ages 2-6 and their grown-ups. Younger and older siblings welcome! The Last Baguette makes entertaining, accessible and eccentric work for family audiences.

OCTOBER THEME: Gee-Whiskers! – a cooking catastrophe.

EVENT DETAILS

28 OCTOBER
10AM + 11:30AM
TICKETS: £15

Ticket admits one grown-up and one little one and includes free hot drink and cake. Ticket includes all fees and levies. Additional adult / children tickets can be purchased via the link below.

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Where's Mrs Ladybird?
Oct
24
10:30 am10:30
Early Years, Parents, Theatre

Where's Mrs Ladybird?

WHERE’S MRS LADYBIRD?

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A live hide and seek story for tiny people to share with their grown-ups. We're looking for Mrs Ladybird and you can come too, as all our insect friends play peek-a-boo with you.

Moon On A Stick bring their signature style to this popular title, combining puppetry with mesmerising music in an interactive adventure. Created with families in mind, this is a perfect first theatre experience for babies & toddlers.

Based on ‘Where’s Mrs Ladybird?’
Illustrations copyright © Ingela P Arrhenius 2015,
Text copyright © Nosy Crow Limited, 2015. Licensed by Nosy Crow Limited

GENERAL INFORMATION

TICKETS: £15 (admits 2)

10.30am Toddler show
12pm Baby show
2pm Baby show
3.30pm Toddler show


Baby Show Suitability:
For ages approx. 0-18 months. A gentle version of the production suitable for those not on the move and/or wanting a calmer experience. 20mins performance with optional 20mins stay & play.

Toddler Show Suitability: 
For ages approx. 18 months-3 years. An energetic version of the production suitable for those on the move and/or wanting a livelier experience. 20mins performance with optional 20mins stay & play.

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Can't Wait to Leave
Sept
13
7:30 pm19:30
Theatre, New Writing

Can't Wait to Leave

Can’t Wait to Leave

“Hawkins is a true master of the craft... he held the audience spellbound.”
— LondonTheatreOne

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Meet Ryan.

19 (but young for his age).
School drop-out (but smart).
Turkey sandwich enthusiast (365 days a year).
Absolute stunner (no addendum).

He's new in town, and all he wants to do is check out. The hard part is coming up with an exit plan.

When the one person he thought he could rely on ups and leaves, Ryan finds himself adrift in a city he still hasn’t learned to like, looking for direction. Six months to kill, no money, no rules… surely this is the worst possible time to be alone?

EVENT DETAILS
Friday 13th September 2024
7:30pm
Tickets: £13 / £10

Running time 75 minutes

GUIDANCE 16+

This production contains strong language, adult themes, and references to intoxication and sexual violence.

We regret no lift access to performance space and no refunds on tickets.

★★★★★ - LondonTheatre1
★★★★ "a terrific, and sophisticated piece of theatre" - The Quintessential Review
★★★★ "superbly written and superbly performed" - Last Minute Theatre Tickets
★★★★ "bags of humour and pathos; dramatic scenes that twist and turns and makes the audience shudder and gasp and uplifting moments that surprise" - Bookmarks and Stages
★★★★ “...a challenging, hard-hitting and honest exploration of loneliness, isolation and self-discovery [...] it’s an impressive portrayal of somebody who knows they want to leave, but doesn’t know where they want to go.” - Theatre & Tonic
★★★★ Broadway World
★★★★ Broadway Baby
★★★★ Dark Chat

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Twelfth Night
Jul
12
to 13 Jul
DNYT, Theatre

Twelfth Night

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DISCARDED NUT YOUTH THEATRE PRESENT

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A ship is wrecked on the rocks of Illyria. Viola is washed ashore but her twin brother Sebastian is lost. Determined to survive on her own, she steps out to explore a new land, in the guise of Cesario, servant to the Duke of Illyria, Orsino. So begins a whirlwind of mistaken identity and unrequited love as the nearby households of Olivia and Orsino are overrun with passion. 

Even Olivia's upright housekeeper Malvolia is swept up in the madness. Viola falls in love with Orsino, who dotes on Olivia, who falls for Cesario (aka Viola), but is idolised by Malvolia. Enter Sebastian, who is the spitting image of his twin sister... 

Where music is the food of love, and nobody is quite what they seem, anything proves possible.

EVENT DETAILS

Fri 12th July 2024 - Sat 13th July 2024
7pm + 2pm (Saturday only)
Tickets £12 / £14 / PWYC

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PLAYTIME!
Jun
30
11:00 am11:00
Early Years, Theatre

PLAYTIME!

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Play-along theatre adventures for 2-6 year olds and their grownups.

Come along for a fun, relaxed participatory theatre session with The Last Baguette theatre company. There’ll be silliness, play-acting, games and music...

Expect to play, move, watch and laugh.Join Ratty and her friends for a fun and gentle introduction to theatre with play-along storytelling, original music, puppetry, theatre games, movement, and lots of imaginative play. Ratty has a lot of ideas but sometimes things don’t go according to plan....can you help her by playing along and working together?

Sessions last 1 hour, and are created for ages 2-6 and their grown-ups. Younger and older siblings welcome!

The Last Baguette makes entertaining, accessible and eccentric work for family audiences.

Session theme: Pie-Rat Island – a journey on the high seas

EVENT DETAILS

30TH JUNE
11AM + 2PM
TICKETS: £10 (admits 1 grown-up and 1 little one). £5 per additional adult/little one.

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The Grim
Jun
29
8:00 pm20:00
Theatre, New Writing

The Grim

THE GRIM

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Following the success of its first rehearsed reading at The Nutshell in November 2023, we are thrilled to welcome back award-winning writer Edmund Morris’ latest play The Grim for a preview show ahead of its run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Hilarious, horrifying, and high octane, this event is not to be missed.

Tickets are on sale now, and all proceeds will go towards covering the show’s production costs ahead of its world premiere at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this summer. 

So grab a ticket, grab a drink (or two!) from our in-house bar, and get ready for an evening of explosive theatre.

CAST AND CREATIVES

SYNOPSIS

London, 1964. 

Shaun is just trying to get through another dull day as one of London’s premier undertakers. Robert, his assistant, is a superstitious wreck.

Both want nothing more than to clock off early and get to the sanctity of the local pub, but on the day they’re due to fit recently deceased murderer, Jackie Gallagher, for his coffin, and with strange happenings afoot, all is not as it seems…

EVENT DETAILS

Saturday 29th June
8pm (doors open 7:30pm)
Tickets: £13

Contains violence, strong language and distressing themes. Recommended age 14+.

We regret no lift access to performance space and no refunds on ticket purchases.

Tickets include booking fee and levies.

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James and the Giant Peach
Jun
29
10:30 am10:30
DNYT, Theatre

James and the Giant Peach

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James lives with Aunt Sponge and Aunt Spiker, the most revolting Aunts in England. They make him work and slave and never let him play with other children. Then one day he meets a mystical old man who gives him a bag that contains the strongest magic the world has ever known. When James accidentally spills the bag near an old peach tree, the most incredible things start to happen – and James embarks on the adventure of a lifetime with the most amazing group of characters you could ever wish to meet!

EVENT DETAILS

SATURDAY29TH JUNE
TIMES: 10:30AM + 1PM
PRICE: £10 / £12 / PWYC
RUNNING TIME: 1 hour (approx)

Please note, no lift access to performance studio. Tickets include all fees and levies.

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