Marrying all the joys and spectacle of Christmas theatre with a heartfelt social message, Daniel Bye’s take on the legend of Robin Hood sees the reluctant hero join with a band of young people who have been cast out of a society where they have no say, and who have taken things into their own hands.
Igniting a timeless tale for a new generation, Robin and his Very Merry Band rail against the unfair and unequal system and the men in power that oversee it, yearning for the time when Prince John is overthrown and a different leader will make it all better. But will King Richard be able to magically right all wrongs, or will he be a megalomaniac in a suit played by an eight- or nine-year-old?
Daniel Bye is a theatre maker from Middlesbrough. As writer-performer his award-winning (Scotsman’s Fringe First Award), internationally-touring shows include Going Viral, Arthur, The Price of Everything, How to Occupy an Oil Rig and Instructions for Border Crossing. Work for young people and families includes Error 404 (writer-performer, Polka), We’re Stuck (devisor-performer, One Tenth Human), Full of Noises (writer-director, Leeds Playhouse) and Sleeping Beauty (writer-director, Dukes Theatre).
Writer Daniel Bye said “I’ve loved The Egg for years so I’m thrilled to be here – writing it has been huge fun and I can’t wait to see the brilliant team’s work bringing it to life”
Director Jenni Jackson said “I am delighted to be directing Robin Hood this Christmas at The Egg. The world Dan has created for families is full of adventure and excitement. It’s a play full of outlaws, kings, and danger, but it’s also full of friendship and asks questions about what it means to be a young person speaking truth to power. I am so excited to bring this bold, playful & physical story to the stage for Bath audiences to enjoy.”
