Way Back When Horizons Family Theatre by Blue Elephant Theatre

Family history, shared memories, vibrant storytelling It?s been a very long time since Grandma came to the Motherland from Jamaica, but some memories never fade. Today she is sharing them.?From cricket to carnival, she recalls her Caribbean childhood and journey to England with all her belongings in her ?grip?.? Way Back When is a show for families about family history and sharing memories. Join us for vibrant storytelling, traditional games, and lots of audience interaction in this journey through time.? Written by Jacqui Livingston and performed by Janelle Thompson and Nicole Acquah, Way Back When is especially suitable for ages 4-10 but is loved by all ages.? ? About Blue Elephant Theatre Blue Elephant Theatre was founded in 1999 to widen access to the arts. Its children?s theatre shows are inspired by our extensive participatory programme and have been shortlisted for several offwestend.com awards.??Writer Jacqui Livingston first worked with Blue Elephant in 2018, writing and directing Way Back When in 2019. She has worked with Blue Elephant as a facilitator, actor and costume designer while also co-running her own company JaZanne Arts, which specialises in working with older people.??