Roll up, roll up for a new show exploring the insect world as never seen before!
The Vanishing Act is a new performance about Earth’s disappearing insects. Made by Cap-a-Pie in collaboration with young people and insect scientist Dr Vivek Nityananda.
In May 2023 we completed the first development stage of the show. Sign up to our mailing list for news of future shows.
Insects are vanishing, and this will cause big problems for us and the planet. Find out what makes insects special and the incredible things they can do before it’s too late.
Featuring songs and performances inspired by the latest discoveries about insects from researchers at Newcastle University and beyond, and the brilliantly imaginative ideas from students at Hotspur and Christ Church CE Primary Schools in Newcastle.
The Team
Performed by
Bridget Marumo, Jeannie May Adam and Liam Scarth
Directed by
Brad McCormick
Produced by
Katy Vanden
Music by
Jeremy Bradfield
Costume Design by
Imogen Melhuish
Script, Songs and Performances Devised by the Team in collaboration with insect scientist Dr Vivek Nityananda from Newcastle University and students from Christ Church CE and Hotspur Primary Schools
Cabaret Consultant
Laura Corcoran
Filmaker
Lindsay Duncanson and team
PR & Comms
Helen Fussell
Marketing Design by
Wayne Gamble
BSL Interpretation by
Caroline Ryan
Audio Description consultant
Anne Hornsby
Evaluator
Ulrike Thomas
Stage Manager
Nicole Wilkinson
Thanks to
Hotspur and Christ Church CE Primary Schools, Star & Shadow Cinema.