A play about a dog accused of a terrible crime is coming to Lancashire.
Mikron Theatre will stage the premiere of Poppy Hollman's new comedy A Dog's Tale, which looks at canines past and present and the enduring love between people and their dogs.
A Dog's Tale kicked-off its tour on June 5 and is now touring nationally by canal, river and road until September 19, and will be dropping into Lancashire along the way.
A Dog's Tale sees Linda and her wayward rescue dog Gary pursued by security through the halls and history of Crufts, accused of a terrible crime.
Playwright, Poppy Hollman said: "I've written more than 20 characters to be played by only four actors, but I know they'll enjoy the challenge of bringing it to life.
"I was picked to write the play after participating in Mikron's 2018 Writer's Scheme: it's my first professional commission.
"It's been a delight to work for Mikron, a company whose creativity and ethos I love.
"I can't wait to see them work their magic on ‘A Dog's Tale'.
Director, Rachel Gee added: "A Dog's Tale is my first directing job with Mikron and it's the ideal show for me as a dog owner.
"We can't wait to welcome audiences (and their dogs) to shows up and down the country.
"Dog lover or not, this is the perfect night out for fun, laughter and wonderful songs."
Mikron Theatre Company are based in Marsden in Yorkshire and have been touring for 49 years - most of those on-board a vintage narrowboat.
A Dog's Tale will be at The Poor Marsh Allotments and Community Garden, Shore Road, Hesketh Bank, on Saturday July 10 at 5pm, and
Stanley Park Band Stand, Stanley Park, Blackpool, on Wednesday September 8 at 6.30pm.
For further information visit mikron.org.uk
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