Pirates Love Underpants, The Curve, 2024

Deborah Mingham, Production and Puppet Designer. Puppet Creation.

A co-production between The Curve and Norwell Lapley Productions. Designed to do the Christmas run in the studio theatre at The Curve and then go to regional touring.

Reviews:
British Theatre Guide: “Deborah Mingham’s set design and costumes are fun, bright and true to Ben Cort’s book illustrations. Mingham’s puppetry design is also impressive and combines effectively with Jude Taylor’s humorous songs, particularly the sharks during “Big Knickers Bay” and the rapping crocodiles in “The Snap Snap Rap”.”

East Midlands Theatre: “… the creativity and surprise elements of the whole show brings out the child-like pirate in me and lots of smiles to my heart and beaming face. 

Theatre and Tonic: “…the puppets are visually appealing for all children and ensure that the performance remains child-centred. ” …”The creative and cartoon-like scenery and props bring this story to life.”