Event

Doctor Faustus

Feverishly turning the pages of books in the pursuit of infinite knowledge, Faustus makes a deal with the devil, exchanging his immortal soul for twenty-four years of magic. Christopher Marlowe's iconic tragedy of demons, darkness and desire is brought to life in The Barefoot Players' new production. The Faustian legend crawls from the page into vivid life in a provocative, entertaining rendition, which explores magic as a metaphor for the fulfilment of fantasies and the terror of emptiness.

"Effortless...fantastically creative...enjoyable and engaging. ****" - What's On Stage

The Barefoot Players are a Sussex-based company. Their projects include vibrant renditions of classic plays, new writing and devised theatre, all brought to life with music, flamboyant costumes and our trademark energetic physicality. They have recently taken part in the 2012 Brighton Fringe Festival, with a well-reviewed production of Ben Jonson's The Alchemist; and previously in 2011 with a sell-out production of Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest. They are also regulars at the Lindfield Arts Festival. Previous work at The Nightingale includes Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale and Julius Caesar. Doctor Faustus is directed by Eleanor Conlon for The Barefoot Players.

"The Barefoot Players put a huge amount of effort into their work, and leave no stone unturned when it comes to detail." - Elliot Mitchell, The New Current