The Ugly Noo-Noo, beautiful theatre
Andrew Buckland is the master of physical theatre; using only his body he creates such a richness of experience that you forget that this is one man in a T-shirt and shorts with no props. Rather, you are taken on a journey that is so absurd, so clever, so funny, so pointed and so compelling, that you are never going to be the same again.
The Ugly Noo-Noo takes you into a world of the politics of Parktown prawns, human-insect relationships, Sebastion the dog and a chicken that is really scary and very funny.
Last night was a schools' show and it was clear that the adolescent audience - surely the most difficult audience to please - was instantly drawn into the play. They laughed a lot and gave a standing ovation. Part of the brilliance of Andrew Buckland's play is that it works on many levels and, therefore, would appeal to many levels of sophistication. The child (in us) relates to the characters that Buckland presents and, because he has observed them so nicely and presents them so cleverly, we can laugh at what we recognise. But the performance touches on so many levels right through to political satire and challenge. Truly something for everyone, and every part of ourselves.
The play is high-paced, energetic and hugely entertaining. Don't miss the chance to see three plays by this most talented performer.
The Ugly Noo Noo as well as two other plays by Andrew Buckland; Between the Teeth and Misterio Buffo are running at the Baxter till May 22 at 8.15pm. The Ugly Noo Noo on May 4, 5, 14, 15, 19 and 20; Between the Teeth on May 6, 10,11, 21 and 22 and Mistero Buffo on May 7, 8, 12,13, 17 and 18. For more information about the performance schedule, go to the Baxter's website at www.baxter.co.za.
Ticket prices for the Andrew Buckland season range from R70 for the Baxter Monday special offer, which includes a light meal, to R120 for Tuesdays to Thursdays and R130 on Fridays and Saturdays. Patrons who book for all three shows, for any performance (except Baxter Mondays), will pay just R200.
Booking is through Computicket on +27 (0)83 915 8000, online at www.computicket.co.za or at any Shoprite Checkers outlet countrywide.
