WhirlyGig
A madcap musical adventure for everyone aged 6+
By Daniel Padden, co-produced with Catherine Wheels and Red Bridge Arts
Press Reviews
- 'An impressive feat of perfect musical and comic timing' FOUR STARS
The Scotsman - 'WhirlyGig has the atmospheric charm of a film by Jean-Pierre Jeunet and the craziness of Monty Python. Part circus, part concert, it is a wonderfully original piece of children’s musical theatre' FOUR STARS
Sunday Herald - 'a wonderfully original piece of children’s musical theatre' FOUR STARS
The List - 'WhirlyGig’s topsy-turvy vibrancy and playfulness with melody has the potential to capture young creative minds, and to rejuvenate a passion for a pure form of cobbled together music for anyone.' FOUR STARS
The Skinny - 'an exuberant hour of mischief and music.' FOUR STARS
The Herald - 'wonderfully original piece of children’s musical theatre.' FOUR STARS
The National - 'Fifty minutes of pure entertainment' FOUR STARS
Bouquets & Brickbats - 'an aural and visual treat for families.' FOUR STARS
Edinburgh Guide - 'Celebrates the joyful challenge of creativity and ensemble.' FOUR STARS
Reviewsphere - Family fun in the heart of Aberdeen for True North Festival
Buchan Observer - Whirly Gig spins into the Volunteer Hall
Border Telegraph - Daniel Padden: 'I was interested in what happens when musicians are given absurd challenges they're not used to dealing with'
The List
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