A Monster Calls,2025

Here is a film of some of the highlights of A Monster Calls performances…

…and some photos…

We have been astounded by the sheer number of, and the detail of feedback we have received about this production. Thank you everyone who has taken time to contact us. Huge respect to everyone involved in performing and non-performing roles and to the amazing audiences who came with an open mind and experienced something special. We were delighted to play to sell out performances. Here are a few of the very detailed and moving messages we have received…

…“A Monster Calls gripped the audience with raw emotion and a powerful narrative. This stage adaptation brings to life the haunting story of grief and hope with extraordinary depth and tenderness.

The acting was simply sublime- each performer delivered heartfelt, nuanced portrayals that tugged at the heartstrings and lingered long after the final curtain. The protagonist's internal battle was conveyed with striking honesty, allowing the audience to connect deeply with his journey.

The story, already moving in its essence, was beautifully told on stage. Moments of silence spoke just as loudly as the dialogue, and the pacing was perfectly judged to let emotions swell and recede naturally.

The choreography and set design were standout elements-fluid, expressive, and imaginative. Every motion served the storytelling, from subtle gestures to dramatic sequences that blurred the lines between reality and metaphor. The clever use of the set elevated the experience, transforming space into emotion in a way that felt almost magical.

In short, it was an unforgettable performance-emotionally rich, visually stunning, and deeply human. If you get the chance to see it, bring tissues and an open heart.

Just superb.”

…“Absolutely brilliant production in every aspect of a great morality tale for our times. Congratulations to everyone in Blewbury Players for being so innovative and taking it on - and triumphing”.

…“What a wonderful performance from everyone. So professional. All the performers were excellent, and the main characters did a brilliant job. I was gripped by the story from the start and ended up with tears running down my face by the end - as were many others. I have never seen anything like this before. The location was beautiful and as the performers used the whole area I felt immersed in the production and not just an observer of a play. These words may not fully convey the emotion created by the performance - but this will stay with me for a long time. Thank you everyone”. 

…”Just to say the play was brilliant in every aspect - everyone nailed their part, no one was self-conscious, the staging was perfect and what a powerful morality tale for our times. All in all the most innovative and best thing I’ve ever seen the players do - it would stand its ground in any theatre in the land”.

…”Everything about it was entrancing and so clever - not just the story, but the staging, the movement, the characterisation, the make up….my daughter was so taken by it she rewrote a whole section of her A-level drama coursework late last night (due in today!) to talk about it. Well done to all!’ And thankyou!”