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MEMOIRS OF A LITTLE ‘UN

MEMOIRS OF A LITTLE ‘UN

By: Chrissy Payne
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MEMOIRS OF A LITTLE ‘UN is a 10-part collection of heart-warming stories of growing up in rural England during the sixties by Chrissy Payne. Produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company’s Open Pitch – a unique community programme that showcases extraordinary stories from across the East Midlands. Narrated by Juanita McMahon, with sound design by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England.

New Perspectives Theatre Company 2024
Art Entertainment & Performing Arts Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Uncle Nobby - part 10
    May 10 2024

    Every family has one. Eccentricity was quite the norm sixty years ago and I loved these individuals all the more for it. The sweet smell of freshly cut grass, preparing the cricket pitch for the next match conjures up images of a dapper looking Nobby, about to embark on his latest faux pas.

    Memoirs of a Little 'Un by Chrissy Payne was narrated by Juanita McMahon, with sound design by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England. It is produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company’s Open Pitch – a unique community programme that showcases extraordinary stories from across the East Midlands.

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    15 mins
  • Testing Testing - part 9
    May 10 2024

    Father’s latest gadget provides endless hours of fun. But has he gone too far this time? Unimpressed by his actions, poor Mother is left to contemplate a visit from the National press.

    Memoirs of a Little 'Un by Chrissy Payne was narrated by Juanita McMahon, with sound design by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England. It is produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company’s Open Pitch – a unique community programme that showcases extraordinary stories from across the East Midlands.

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    13 mins
  • A Special Engagement - part 8
    May 10 2024

    A glorious summer evening in June 1968. Everything is perfect for this family celebration. The rambling roses never smelt sweeter and the palest of pink cherry blossom carpets the lawn. All the ingredients are here for a truly magical evening.

    Memoirs of a Little 'Un by Chrissy Payne was narrated by Juanita McMahon, with sound design by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England. It is produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company’s Open Pitch – a unique community programme that showcases extraordinary stories from across the East Midlands.

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    11 mins
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Really enjoyed listening to the author’s memories of her childhood. Her writing is very atmospheric and brings everything visually alive to the extent that you can taste the food and smell the countryside. So enjoyable.

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