THE HARTLEPOOL MONKEY

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directed by Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

Written by Carl Grose Inspired by the urban myth In 1815, during the Napoleonic Wars, a French warship is wrecked off the coast of Hartlepool. Only a brave young cabin girl and the ship’s mascot, a chimpanzee in French naval uniform, survive and make it to shore. But the townsfolk, having never seen a real Frenchman before, mistake the costumed ape for a French spy, condemning him to a life-or-death trial. What will the verdict be – and can the cabin girl, along with the local children, save the day? The legend of The Hartlepool Monkey has survived the test of time, capturing the imaginations of people of all ages for over 200 years, and landing here, on the shores of the 21st century, more relevant than ever. A boisterous crew uses thrilling stagecraft, spirited sea shanties and a mischievous chimpanzee puppet to tell this timely tale that explores xenophobia – its causes and consequences – whilst celebrating mankind’s ability to overcome prejudice. #HartlepoolMonkey Supported by Arts Council England, Arts Council Wales, The Wellcome Trust, The Royal Victoria Hall Foundation and The Stanley Thomas Johnson Foundation. Photo DAN TSANTILIS ©2020

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directed by Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

Written by Carl Grose Inspired by the urban myth In 1815, during the Napoleonic Wars, a French warship is wrecked off the coast of Hartlepool. Only a brave young cabin girl and the ship’s mascot, a chimpanzee in French naval uniform, survive and make it to shore. But the townsfolk, having never seen a real Frenchman before, mistake the costumed ape for a French spy, condemning him to a life-or-death trial. What will the verdict be – and can the cabin girl, along with the local children, save the day? The legend of The Hartlepool Monkey has survived the test of time, capturing the imaginations of people of all ages for over 200 years, and landing here, on the shores of the 21st century, more relevant than ever. A boisterous crew uses thrilling stagecraft, spirited sea shanties and a mischievous chimpanzee puppet to tell this timely tale that explores xenophobia – its causes and consequences – whilst celebrating mankind’s ability to overcome prejudice. #HartlepoolMonkey Supported by Arts Council England, Arts Council Wales, The Wellcome Trust, The Royal Victoria Hall Foundation and The Stanley Thomas Johnson Foundation. Photo DAN TSANTILIS ©2020

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directors Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

Written by Carl Grose Inspired by the urban myth In 1815, during the Napoleonic Wars, a French warship is wrecked off the coast of Hartlepool. Only a brave young cabin girl and the ship’s mascot, a chimpanzee in French naval uniform, survive and make it to shore. But the townsfolk, having never seen a real Frenchman before, mistake the costumed ape for a French spy, condemning him to a life-or-death trial. What will the verdict be – and can the cabin girl, along with the local children, save the day? The legend of The Hartlepool Monkey has survived the test of time, capturing the imaginations of people of all ages for over 200 years, and landing here, on the shores of the 21st century, more relevant than ever. A boisterous crew uses thrilling stagecraft, spirited sea shanties and a mischievous chimpanzee puppet to tell this timely tale that explores xenophobia – its causes and consequences – whilst celebrating mankind’s ability to overcome prejudice. #HartlepoolMonkey Supported by Arts Council England, Arts Council Wales, The Wellcome Trust, The Royal Victoria Hall Foundation and The Stanley Thomas Johnson Foundation. Photo DAN TSANTILIS ©2020

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directors Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directors Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directors Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directors Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directors Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directors Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directors Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directors Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directors Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directors Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directors Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directors Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directors Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directors Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directors Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directors Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

THE HARTLEPOOL
MONKEY

Directors Finn Caldwell & Toby Olié

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