Terrible Thames – Tower Bridge Quay
I was so excited to relive my childhood memories of eagerly watching Horrible Histories and the Birmingham Stage Companies' Terrible Thames was the perfect treat, with a delightful blend of just enough gore, comedy, history and with the added thrill of a live performance.
It begins as a begrudging history teacher explains that he is stuck with an energetic, boisterous student who won a prize trip on the tour. The pair playfully and competitively recite historical facts about London’s River and the surrounding area. With a brilliant script written by Terry Deary and Neal Foster, the transitions between topics were seamless. Succinct links connected the present London before diving back into the past. The infectious energy and enthusiasm brought the tales to life and conveyed the poignanc...