Synopsis
A ghost story by James Milton and Paul Morrissey
When Darkness Falls is a brand new spine-chilling ghost story that delivers a twisted, terrifying and thrilling tale that will “leave you cowering in your seat.” (The Guardian)
On a stormy night on the small island of Guernsey, a young paranormal expert joins a sceptical history teacher to record the first in a series of podcasts based on the island’s incredible folklore and paranormal history. As the expert regales his horrifying stories, the teacher learns that we all have our own truth. Our own story. Ghosts that haunt us. That bring the past, present and future together in unexpected ways. Ways that can threaten to unsettle everything we think we know.
Inspired by true events, this powerful new production by James Milton and Paul Morrissey draws us into dark pasts, reveals disturbing truths and explores the power of stories. Perhaps most importantly, the ones we tell ourselves.
Age recommendation 15+
Show Warnings: Haze, loud noises, flashing lights and strobe, strong language and mature themes.
Running time: 2 hours and 10 minutes, including a 20 minute interval
Tickets
DISCOUNTS*
£20 Under 16s (Wed, Thu & Sat mat)
£20 16-26 yrs and/or Students (with a free 16-26 & Student Membership), and Curve Connect (Wed, Thu & Sat mat)
£18 Under 18s School Groups (Wed – Thu)
£25 Groups 10+ (Wed – Thu)
£22 Groups 20+ (Wed – Thu)
ACCESS PERFORMANCES
Captioned: Thu 13 Apr 2023, 7.45pm
Captioner: Charles Manson
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Credits & Acknowledgments
Director Paul Morrissey
Set Designer Justin Williams
Lighting Designer Bethany Gupwell
Sound Designer Daniel Higgott
Costume Designer Nicole Garbett
Illusion Designer John Bulleid
Casting Jim Arnold Casting
When Darkness Falls is presented by Paul Morrissey Ltd, Christopher Wheeler and Molly Morris in association with Dawn Smalberg, Bev Ragovoy, Jason Haigh-Ellery, Max Needle and Glynis Henderson Productions.
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Reviews
Guernsey's ghosts leave you cowering in your seat.
The Guardian
An evening of fine writing, suspenseful storytelling and excellent acting.
North West End
Spine-chilling masterpiece.
Winchester Today
Eerie tales told with relish.
The Stage