Brave Bold Drama is a not-for-profit
community interest company.
We are working class and LGBTQI+ led.
Company Number: 10708381
Company Address: 46 Overcombe Drive,Preston
Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6QF
Alf the Highwayman
Photography: Steve Gregson
‘A beautifully written and performed piece of children’s theatre.'
Exploring Exeter
‘An exceptional show.’
Vault Festival
‘The audience loved it! Fun & really entertaining.’
Weston-Super-Mum
Awards
Best Children’s Show
Shaftesbury Fringe 2016
Best Children’s Show
Swindon Fringe 2017
Alf the Highwayman was devised in 2016 and toured until 2019, visiting schools, libraries, venues, fringe and folk festivals.
Alf has an eye for other people’s possessions. Especially belongings of sentimental value. He snatches and grabs without a thought for other people’s feelings. But it’s time for him to change tack and learn that there are better ways to play!
Roll up, set a sail and join Alf as he gallops through the blustery wood, along the seashore and revels in wonder as the circus comes to town . . .
Full of imaginative play, original songs and vibrant characters, 'Alf the Highwayman’ is a show for all the family with plenty of chances to join in and no frights!
audience reviews
“My favourite bit was when the Highwayman brought back the toys.”
Archie, 8
“I liked it when the lady was very funny and couldn’t get her scarf on.” Olivia, 5
“Absolutely fab! The children were mesmerised and thoroughly enjoyed it.”
Parent
“The children were all thoroughly engaged throughout.
That is a very impressive thing to achieve! Well done!”
Nursery school teacher
"Alf is a highly engaging and accessible piece of family theatre, brought to life with beautiful song and simple yet clever staging. The message is delivered with fun and gentle humour. Highly recommended for all ages!"
Jacqueline Avery
Elderflower Fields Festival
“Alf The Highwayman is a captivating musical story, something the whole family will enjoy. The actors seamlessly transform from role to role using only a handful of costume and props to create a unique atmosphere. Brave Bold Drama were a pleasure to work with at all times and their talents won the hearts of everyone at Farmfest!”
Laura Bozic
FarmFest, Somerset
"Brave Bold Drama put on a fantastic two person show. They kept the whole audience (including toddlers!) transfixed for nearly a full hour. The characters and the songs were very memorable. Both actors are great musical performers who really engaged the crowd. I would highly recommend this company for their professional approach and their musical, interactive show."
Eliza Wylie
Priddy Folk Festival
28th July & 4th August 2019 Barnfield Theatre, Exeter Part of Exeter Fringe | 1st October 2017 The Old Town Hall, Stroud Part of Stroud Theatre Festival | 11th October 2016 Parson Street Primary School |
27th July 2019 FarmFest, Somerset | 16th September 2017 Creative Workspace, Bristol | 11th September 2016 Art in the Park Festival, Knowle Outdoor Performance |
23rd June 2019 Frome Children's Festival | 28th July 2017 The Boat Shed, Exeter | 3rd & 17th August 2016 Windmill Hill City Farm, Bedminster Outdoor Performance |
26th May 2019 Elderflower Fields Family Festival | 22nd July 2017 A.J’s Coffee Shop, Cardiff Part of Cardiff Fringe Festival | 12th July 2016 St Peter’s Primary School, Bishopsworth Outdoor Performance |
4th May 2019 Bournemouth Emerging Arts Fringe | 8th July 2017 Priddy Folk Festival, Priddy | 4th July 2016 Southern Links Children’s Centre Outdoor Performances |
27th Jan - 3rd Feb 2019 Vault Festival, London | 1st-2nd July 2017 The Baptist Hall, Barnstaple Part of Fringe TheatreFest | 3rd July 2016 Bell Street Church Part of Shaftesbury Fringe Festival |
5th January 2019 Creative Workspace, Bristol Part of Travelling Light Theatre's #PlayFull Cities family theatre programme | 4th June 2017 Mission Theatre, Bath Part of Bath Fringe Festival | 2nd July 2016 Zion Community Arts Space |
24th April 2018 Beechcroft Primary School, Weymouth | 2nd June 2017 Creative Workspace, Bristol | 15th June 2016 Knowle West Children's Centre Relaxed Outdoor Performance |
7th October 2017 Valley Arts, Chew Magna | 31st May 2017 Little Wells Theatre, Wells | 10th June 2016 Victoria Hall, Radstock |
18th & 21st April 2017 Alma Tavern Theatre, Bristol | 31st May 2016 The Space Theatre, Keynsham | |
12th April 2017 Theatre Shop, Clevedon | 28th May 2016 Hungry Caterpillar Play Cafe, Bedminster | |
1st April 2017 Shoebox Theatre, Swindon Part of Swindon Fringe Festival | 10th April 2016 Redcatch Park Community Centre, Knowle Relaxed Performance |