Salt & Smoke: Stories of Blyth
Image: Swaddle Creative
There are stories here to discover, but not those you expect. This town will continually surprise you.
Take a map… be brave and see where it leads
Novo Theatre presents ‘Salt & Smoke’, a theatrical adventure through the stories and streets that have shaped Blyth. A leap into the unknown will lead you to hidden and unfamiliar parts of town to encounter narratives inspired by 500 years of Blyth’s history. Be prepared to be immersed in the 18th century salt trade, 200 years of commerce and industry and even the golden age of cinema.
About the event
This theatrical experience is suitable for the curious of all ages and will last approximately one hour. Your journey will start and finish at Blyth Market Place. You will find the Novo Theatre welcome point to the right of the Market Pavilion entrance. In small groups, you will self-guide between moments of theatre at locations around the town centre.
‘Salt & Smoke’ involves walking (approximately 1 mile) between locations around Blyth town centre. The route and venues are wheelchair accessible.
There will be BSL interpretation available on Sunday 28 September at 2.45pm and 4.45pm.
A full access guide for the event is available to download below. If you would like the guide to be emailed directly to you, please request this by emailing info@novotheatre.org.uk
Access Information
You can download access guides for Salt & Smoke below. The guide is available in large print.
BSL Promo Film
Credits and Thanks
Cast
Freddie Barrett, Matthew Bryant, Micky Cochrane, Melanie Dagg, Darcy Lauren, Anna Mullak, Bob Nicholson, Jackie Phillips
Production
Writer and Director – Joe Hufton
Designer – Imogen Cloet
Production Manager – Chris Tindall
Freelance Marketing Manager – Becky Madeley
BSL Interpretation – Caroline Ryan
BSL Film – Matthew Stephenson
Image and Map Design - Swaddle Creative
Novo Theatre Staff
Artistic Director & CEO Novo Theatre – Joe Hufton
Participation and Talent Producer – Louise Taylor-Asheg
Business & Operations Director – Andrea Perrett
Salt & Smoke: Stories of Blyth is commissioned by Blyth Celebrates as part of the Energising Blyth regeneration programme. It’s delivered by Northumberland County Council with funding from the UK Government, Northumberland County Council, and the North East Combined Authority.
For the full listings and programme visit www.blythcelebrates.co.uk
