Ensonglopedia presents…
The Puddle at the End of the World
a new musical comedy about climate change for ages 6+
Weird weather! Extraordinary extinctions! Freaky flooding! Water we going to do?! Jamie and her Nanna’s home has disappeared under rising sea levels – join them on an exhilarating adventure to rebuild their lives and stop climate change in its tracks.
You can see the show’s trailer by clicking on the YouTube link to the left.
TEACHERS’ PACK
We have developed an enrichment activity pack of games and exercises linked to the show, that supports elements of the science curriculum at Key Stage 2. It can be used in conjunction with performances of the show, or completely independently.
It is available to download and use for free by clicking here or on the image to the right.
BACKGROUND
‘Puddle…’ is Ensonglopedia’s fifth full-length show.
TARGET AUDIENCE
The show will be enjoyed by all ages from 5 to adult, and is suitable for a wide range of performance settings, including theatres, schools, science festivals and village halls. For school audiences, the show is offered to classes in KS2 (ages 7-11).
THE SHOW
‘Puddle…’ is set in the near-future, and tells the story of two people who have had to leave their homes due to flooding caused by the climate emergency.
CRITICAL RECEPTION
“‘Puddle’ is much more than a performance. It’s theatrical but engaged in community. It’s serious about sustainability. It’s also hands-on shout out entertainment.” – Brighton Source
ABOUT THE COMPANY
The show is written and directed by Ensonglopedia’s Artistic Director, John Hinton
The parts are played by Helen Vine and Ruchika Jain
The assistant director and dramaturg is Laura Mugridge
The show is produced by Tamzin Aitken
The sustainability consultant is Carolina Ortega
Costumes and props are by Sarah Walpole. Set and puppets are by Caitlin Strongarm and Aqiong Zhang.
EXPERTS
The following organisations and individuals are kindly helping to fact-check the show’s content, as well as helping out in various other ways:
- The University of Sussex
- Cambridge University Botanic Garden
- MOAS (Migrant Offshore Aid Station), Malta
- Drusillas Zoo Park
- Raystede Animal Sanctuary
- Blue EcoTech Ltd., Malta
- Lewes Climate Hub
- Incredible Oceans
PERFORMANCES
The show toured extensively around the UK between May and October 2023, at venues including Brighton Fringe, the Elgar Room at the Royal Albert Hall, and schools, theatres and festivals up and down the country. Please see our tour pack if you might be interested in bringing the show out of its early retirement.