Oh Mary

Devised, performed and produced by Bec Applebee (Kneehigh Theatre, Wild Works, SLG, Golden Tree, Cousin Jacks)

“This is pure storytelling, we will go anywhere you take us. Moving and surprising and funny.” Emma Rice, Artistic Director Emma Rice Company

Mary Bryant’s true-life story is an unforgettable tale of courage and resilience. Against impossible odds, she leads one of maritime history’s most daring escapes—a tale of passion, bravery, and survival.

“One of the most astonishing one woman shows I have ever seen... just plain bloody brilliant” Fi Read, The Cornishman

The show is an adventure through the senses.

Features unique specially commissioned tunes by Neil Davey and a traditional Cornish soundtrack recorded by Dalla and Radjel.

Oh Bec! Here is a remarkable actress who gives her all … in this one woman show, we feel every emotion, hang on every word, and share real tears, as she maps out a journey of unimaginable physical endurance, accompanied by an urgent drumming and piping soundtrack… The story is completely absorbing… Jenni Balow, Review

Production Credits

Wordsmith - Anna Murphy (Kneehigh, The Writers Block,BBC Radio 4)
Choreographer - Helen Tiplady (Cscape Dance, HFC)
Directors - Simon Harvey (Kneehigh theatre, O Region, HFC) and Bec Applebee
Lighting Design – Lucy Gaskell (Kneehigh Theatre , Wild Works and Minack Theatre)