This is a past event
Members of the public will have the opportunity to learn about the Bennachie Colonists at this unique drama performance.
The Day the World Changed, is a promenade drama, which means members of the audience will follow the performance whilst doing a walking tour around the lower slopes of Bennachie. The production, which is produced by Will Barlow from the University of Aberdeen and Tony Goode of Out of the Blue, highlights the lives of the people who lived and worked the land on Bennachie in the nineteenth century. Based on recent research by members of the Bailies of Bennachie, the performance will bring to life the Colony settlement through stories, music and dance, based on one particular day in 1860.
Audiences will be guided through the wood and will come across various scenes about the Bennachie Colonists along the way.
The production is part of the Enacting the Past Project, led by Dr Liz Curtis, from the University of Aberdeen in partnership with the Bailies of Bennachie and the Scottish Traditions and Culture group in Aberdeen.
Performances will take place throughout the day at: 1030, 1100, 1130, noon,1400, 1430, 1500 and 1530hrs. Each performance lasts around 2 hours and is about 1.5 miles long following paths through the Bennachie wood. The performance is suitable for aged 10 years and over, outdoor clothing and footwear recommended.
The event is ticketed at £3 and booking in advance is advised.
All booking is via the Bennachie Visitor centre on 01467 68140 or email bennachie.warden@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
- Hosted by
- The University of Aberdeen
- Venue
- Meeting point - The Bennachie Visitor Centre.
- Contact
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For booking/purchasing tickets please contact the Bennachie Visitor Centre on 01467 68140 or email bennachie.warden@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
For more info on the project please contact Dr Elizabeth Curtis, School of Education, University of Aberdeen, on 01224 27462 or email elizabeth.curtis@abdn.ac.uk