For twenty five years we have been creating magical, meaningful theatrical experiences across the Peak District and beyond. In true vagabond style we roamed and wandered uphill and down dale. Our stories have animated abandoned quarries, windswept moorlands, and moonlit woodlands, to school rooms, village halls, and tents pitched in parks. We have toured the length and breadth of the land with our work, making friends and partnerships over the years.
Our History
"You have given my daughter the gift of enjoying theatre rather than being afraid of it. We had such a wonderful time." “We have been coming to your shows for years & I absolutely loved this one, it was just brilliant.”
How It All Began 2000 - 2002
In 2000, we (Mark, Phil and Tara, three friends who had met at Drama School) founded the Company.
Finding Our Feet: 2003-2012
Between 2003 and 2012, we deepened our creative voice and refined the way we devise original theatre. Working closely with rural schools and villages, we co-created educational projects and community arts events that placed local stories and people at the centre. We continued touring small-scale shows to theatres, arts centres, festivals and community venues, but […]
The Christmas Chronicles 2013 - 2018
From 2013 to 2018, we turned our attention to producing family Christmas shows and smaller promenade shows for parks and woodlands. We collaborated with DerbyLive, creating shows at The Guildhall Theatre in Derby and Markeaton Park in Derby.
Weathering the Storm: COVID-19 and Beyond
During the COVID-19 pandemic, like many theatre companies, we had to adapt quickly to the changing circumstances. We pivoted our work to embrace digital platforms and socially distanced performances, finding creative ways to stay connected with our audience.
Recent activities 2022 - 2025
In recent years, our story has deepened and widened. Becoming a registered charity marked an important step,not because it changed who we are, but because it strengthened our ability to do what we’ve always believed in: making theatre that is open, welcoming and rooted in community. We’ve delivered ambitious new commissions, led education residencies, created […]