This year's production
Jason and The Argonauts
This year's WebPlay Production is Jason and the Argonauts created by Visible Fictions Theatre Company. Visible Fictions is a Glasgow based theatre company who create innovative and dynamic theatrical productions for young people of all ages (and
adults), that inspire, challenge, engage and entertain.
What is Jason and the Argonauts?
Well it is a Greek Myth about a man called Jason. As a Baby he is banished by his uncle who isn't a very nice man... he has already murdered his brother (the king and Jason's father) and stolen the kingdom and now nobody dares stand up to him. Things are about to get a major shake up though because Jason is BACK! Our wannabe hero returns to claim his rightful throne and make some big changes.
However, in ancient times nothing’s that straightforward. Jason and his crew must sail on The Argo to the other side of the world to find the Golden Fleece and bring it back in order to unite the people again. As if that wasn’t difficult enough, the odd monster, sleeping dragon and clashing rock endeavour to ruin his trip and spice things up on this most fantastic of journeys!
Why the Director wanted to tell this story.
I love an adventure - and if I can’t have that, the next best thing is a good adventure story. Ever since I was a younger boy, Jason and the Argonauts has been one of my very favourites. Of course it’s a very old tale passed down through the ages and has been told in various ways. The older young people amongst you may remember the Ray Harryhausen film with its magic, monsters and swashbuckling escapades…I love that version. Now I’m delighted that we’re passing this old myth onto you in a brand new telling. I hope the story thrills you as much as it thrills me and who knows it may even inspire you when you have your own next adventure.
Douglas Irvine (The Director of Jason and the Argonauts)
Useful Downloads
To help get you ready for Jason and the Argonauts there are some fun exercises to download below. Once you've seen the show you can carry on the fun with some follow-up work.