Blast Off

Blast Off

By Thomas Daniel Byrne

Outdoor walkabout theatre

Times and starting locations:

Four Seasons • 12.30pm

Regent Street • 2pm

Buttercross • 4pm

Duration: 40 minute walkabout, with each individual performance lasting 5 minutes

Suitable for all ages

‘Blast Off!’ is a miniature walkabout ‘crankie’ performance for audiences of two at a time

In this short, intimate walkabout theatre show, a story of space travel, friendship and football playing aliens is revealed. Audiences watch a beautifully illustrated crankie scroll (think of a TV before TVs were invented) while listening to a special 2 ½ minute audio composition.

All images © Aimee Williamson

About Thomas Daniel Byrne

Thomas Daniel Byrne is a performer, musician, and puppeteer based in Manchester. He studied at Salford University and has worked with companies such as: Horse and Bamboo, Thingumajig Theatre, A Bird in the Hand, Handmade Theatre, VIP Puppets, Dizzy O’ Dare, and many more.

Thomas was a founding member and artistic director of Scallywags Theatre Company C.I.C from 2014-2022. His style is rooted in play and reconnecting with our sense of childhood fun and adventure.