The Transports - A Tale Of Exile And Migration
This event has been and gone.
Add to your event list
The Transports tells the incredible tale of a family destroyed by poverty and crime, but resurrected by exile to the new colony in Australia.
In 1977, Peter Bellamy released The Transports on record with The Watersons, Martin Carthy, Nic Jones, AL Lloyd, June Tabor, Cyril Tawney, Dave Swarbrick and others. Several times since, further generations of folk musicians have gathered to re-create the piece. This new production features musical arrangements by Paul Sartin of Bellowhead and Faustus, with two-time BBC Folk Award-winners The Young'uns bringing their trademark live dynamism. Further musical excellence comes from Nancy Kerr, Bellowhead's Rachael McShane, Faustus' Benji Kirkpatrick and Saul Rose, and Greg Russell. Storyteller Matthew Crampton has created fresh narration for the show, amplifying its central tale into a broader exploration of exile and migration.
Mass migration is a defining dilemma of today. There has seldom been a more vital moment to bring back The Transports – not just a great music experience, but a sharp reminder of folk music's power in portraying the way the world actually works.
The Young Uns
The Young 'uns have proved themselves a unique proposition - writing and performing a cappella or subtly accompanied songs that tell it how it is…
See The Young Uns tour dates
Nancy Kerr
Already a respected interpreter of traditional material, Nancy has emerged as a writer of rare style with a cornucopia of contemporary narratives…
See Nancy Kerr tour dates
Greg Russell
Greg began his career in folk singing at the age of 14, performing floor-spots at Chester’s Raven Folk Club but, with remarkable speed, established…
See Greg Russell tour dates
Rachael McShane
An original member of folk big band Bellowhead, Rachael toured internationally with them as well as making several TV appearances, including Later…
See Rachael McShane tour dates
Also Appearing
Winding Wheel Theatre
- Disabled Booking:
- 01246 345 222
See all events at Winding Wheel Theatre
Winding Wheel Theatre
- Disabled Booking:
- 01246 345 222
See all events at Winding Wheel Theatre