Presented by Crescendorious

Explore your magical future garden where you’ll meet a punk poet Dandelion, a rock n roll Minibeast and an operatic super Herb!

A Message for the Future is a multi-sensory art installation and gig theatre experience designed for early years (ages 0-3) and family audiences.

DIY punk poetry gig theatre parents Brigitte Aphrodite and Quiet Boy offer a multi-sensory experience that subverts the early years genre through joyful rock n roll storytelling, celebrating a journey of nature and kindness. This calm pocket of punky joy explores a future full of hope, the wonders of the environment, and its unsung heroes.

Combining creativity, community engagement, and artistic innovation, the show nurtures a sense of hopefulness and connection with our little ones and the environment whilst engaging multiple senses – sight, sound, touch, and smell.

‘Glorious’ ★★★★ The Stage (On My Beautiful Black Dog)
★★★★★ To Do List (on My Beautiful Black Dog)
“A contemporary wonder” – To Do List (On The Christmas Goblin)
‘A gift to its audience’ – Lyn Gardner (On SAD)
“A big bundle of gig theatre joy.” -Exeunt (On Parakeet)
“when these punks sing, the show soars with an energy you could only dream of harnessing.” – The Guardian (On Parakeet)

Audience quotes:
“A powerhouse of kids sensory. What shows should be – awaiting the album!!” — Stephen, Carer
“Phenomenal! Best baby + carer event we’ve been to… a treasure!!” — Jasmine, Parent
“Amazing room! My daughter is ASD so this was so calming. I wish more places offered this, thank you! :)” — Mary, Parent
“I loved the decorations & the music – thanks, best day ever!” — Asher (age 7)

Quotes from Brigitte Aphrodite, Lead Artist:
“A Message for the Future is a show, a space, a feeling of community, beautiful cool music, and having a boogie with nature as an essential act of punk joyful explorative rebellion!”
“A Message for the Future feels like the vibiest immersive hidden wonderland tent you’d stumble on at Glastonbury at 1am after watching Self Esteem on The Park Stage…. But it’s midday, and you’re with your baby and you haven’t had much sleep, and you might have a bit of dried up porridge down your top from this morning! And the music is inspiring you, the design is an ethical high-concept visual feast that would feel at home in a Björk concert. This feeling of freedom and fun is now something you can share with your child. It might even be their first gig.”

Credits:
Brigitte Aphrodite – Lead Artist / Writer / Performer
Quiet Boy (Gaz Tomlinson) – Lead Artist / Composer / Sound Designer / Performer
Brigitte & Quiet Boy are Co-Directors of their theatre company, Crescendorious.
Sophie Coward – Performer & Multi-Sensory Expert
Liv Morris – Director / Dramaturg
Xander Lo Lo Noble – Set Designer & Costume Designer
Gemma Pharo – Prop-Maker
Neelam Saredia-Brayley – Access Consultant
Co-Producers: artsdepot, Southbank Centre, WithByFor
Funding Credit: Arts Council England (National Lottery Project Grants)
Thanks to Windmill Community Gardens, Margate & Helen Smit

Commissioned by artsdepot and Southbank Centre’s Imagine Festival in 2025 to sold-out audiences, A Message for the Future has already captivated and engaged a wide range of families and communities.
Created by Crescendorious with original storytelling and live music by acclaimed Margate gig theatre-makers Brigitte Aphrodite and Quiet Boy. Set design and costumes by internationally renowned set designer and concept artist Xander Lo Lo Noble.

Suitable for ages 0-3 years and their adults. Older siblings welcome

Duration: 60 minutes (no interval)
15 min soft start, approx. 30 minute live performance, followed by 15 minute stay and play

This show is a relaxed performance.

Key features include:
● Sensory-friendly spaces for neurodivergent and disabled audiences, including sensory props to play with.
● Ear defenders.
● Chilled spaces with a relaxed environment. Each show opens with an access introduction letting audiences know that it’s okay to tic, stim, leave and come back, make noises, laugh or cry. Breastfeeding is welcome in the space.
● Pop-up banners and pre-show access tables with sensory materials and information.
● Interactive elements to engage young children and families. This includes different shapes, colours, sounds, textures, and touch-sensitive lights.

photo credit (1): Pete Woodhead / rest: Rosie Powell

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