A group of students has been working with Northern Soul Productions Set Designer, Sascha Gilmore, to design for the set and props needed for Mick Martin’s new show Keep On Keepin’ On’. 

Real life design challenge

“It’s a fantastic opportunity for the students to work on a real-life project with established professionals in their industry” says Crewe UTC Principal Will Chitty. “An additional design challenge for our students to bear in mind is that the set has to be easily taken down, transported and reassembled, as the show moves from town to town. It also has to be adaptable enough to fit different sized venues!”

The show debuts in Crewe on Tuesday 13th May to begin it's tour. Instead of being performed in theatres, it will make use of retail units on high streets. Crewe's performances are in The Market Shopping Centre and tickets are on sale now from www.keeponkeepinonplay.co.uk

More about Keep On Keepin' On

"With its unforgettable music, sharp comedy, and big-hearted storytelling, Keep On Keepin’ On is a must-see for Northern Soul lovers and theatre fans alike. Whether you’re reliving your dance hall days or discovering the scene for the first time, this is your chance to experience the magic of Northern Soul in a way you’ve never seen before. Don’t miss out—grab your tickets now and get ready for a night of top tunes, big laughs, and a whole lot of soul!"

Helping to revitalise the highstreet with theatre

"Each site-specific location – a shop in Crewe, a working men’s club in Blackburn and a library in Blackpool –  will be set up as 'Eugene’s shop' with the audience seated in and around the bric-a-brac, and a shop counter that doubles as a DJ booth after the show. The set has been designed in collaboration with students from Crewe University Technical College, and the locations have been chosen as areas that have poor nighttime economy and high vacancy rates." 

The Market Shopping Centre, Unit 4-5, Crewe, Cheshire CW1 2NG

Tuesday 13th – Saturday 17th May 

Doors: 7pm
Start: 7.30pm
Duration: 120minutes (including interval)

Tickets: £16 (£12 concessions – under 18s and 65+)
www.keeponkeepinonplay.co.uk

Age Guidance: 14+
Warning: Contains flashing lights and amplified sound.