Launch Day

A celebration of the North East in all its industrial glory!

Inspired by the paintings of regionally based artist Alexander Millar, Kelly-Abbott Dance Theatre crafts exciting and powerful movement, combined with an enchanting soundtrack featuring music by Mark Knopfler and composer Breifne Holohan.

Launch Day brings to life Millar’s iconic characters - the 'Gadgies' –and British shipyard workers socially and at work.

Launch Day will delight anyone with a passion for the industrial history of the region, celebrating the rich culture of North East’s past and present.

An exhibition of paintings in the theatre foyer by Alexander Miller will accompany this show.