The Patchwork Quilt

Adapted from the modern fairytale by classic children's author, Joan Aiken.

A fantastic tale of wonder and magic, featuring enchanting shadow puppetry, a ‘crankie theatre’ with moving scenery, storytelling and sparkling live music.

Playfully adapted from the modern fairytale by classic children’s author, Joan Aiken.
A One Moment In Time production devised by Bronia Evers and Martina Shwarz

Far away in the snowy North country, young Nils lives with his clever Granny. She is making him a gift - a magical patchwork quilt. It is nearly finished…when suddenly it disappears…

Wild winds, magic spells, and twelve very clever camels all play their part…but will Nils get his quilt back in time for his special day?

This magical, musical story-ride is a collaboration with musician Martina Schwarz, who has composed an original live score featuring accordion, ukelele and voice. We are delighted to have been granted permission by Joan Aiken’s estate to present and adapt this story. 

Show length: 35 mins. Suitable for age 3 -11

Space requirements:  minimum 2.5m wide x 2.5 m deep

For theatres: please contact us for a full tech spec. 

Key themes in The Patchwork Quilt:

• Fairytales and magic

• Travel and journeys

• Weather around the world

• Celebrations

• Textiles and sewing: how a quilt is made

• Philosophy for children: ethics of stealing and theft

• Shadow and light 

Testimonials

“Thanks again for a smashing show - the children and parents were engaged throughout.”

- Into The Woods Outdoor Nursery, London

“An inspiring and engaging performance. We loved the songs and joining in.
The children were transfixed, we’ve rarely seen them sit still for so long!” 

-The Children’s House School, Islington, London