For the third year in a row the travelling theatre company, Mikron, asked the Burngreave charities SAGE Greenfingers, Green City Action and Grimesthorpe Allotments Association if they would support a performance of their latest play.
They've got a reputation for bringing together great audiences of people who might not ordinarily get out to the theatre. This year was no exception. About 150 people crowded together in the evening sunshine on June 24th to see ‘Till the cows come home’ – a play tracking the trials of an idealistic social entrepreneur as he sets up an ice cream business using fair trade products from all over the world. It was a lively and thought provoking production.
Seven SAGE Greenfingers' members were spotted chortling alongside other Burngreave residents, children and allotment enthusiasts from across Sheffield. SAGE staff and volunteers sold tea and cakes, supplemented by smoothies and soup made by Green City Action. The performers were thrilled at the size and broad mix of the audience. We're pretty sure Mikron will be seeking a return invitation next year!
This year marks 10 years since SAGE established its site at Grimesthorpe. The Mikron visit is one amongst many that we are holding to celebrate our achievements.
Look at our website to see details of our Open Day on 19th August which will include art and craft activity and a short address by local MP David Blunkett.
Please get in touch any time if interested in being referred or volunteering with us: http://www.sagesheffield.org.uk.