The Mystery of the Pirate Lagoon

A hilarious pirate adventure, performed as a live radio play, with YOU as part of the action!

What is the mystery of the Pirate Lagoon? Will we find the treasure? Can we escape the evil Captain Starkers?

Award-winning Cumbrian theatre company Ragged Edge Productions sails into The Gregson with a gloriously daft and interactive adventure. But this isn’t an ordinary night at the theatre – you get to join the crew!

Release your inner pirate, create live sound effects, take part in scenes and help bring the story to life as the crew of The Prospero heads off in search of the truth behind the mysterious Pirate Lagoon.

Expect laughs, silliness, adventure and plenty of ARRRRRRRs along the way!

“Funny, joyous, daft!”

“Soooo funny!”

“The cast make you feel so comfortable and at ease.”

– Audience feedback

There’s a part for everyone, whether you fancy getting stuck in or simply enjoying the chaos unfold. Suitable for ages 7 and up, but be warned, mateys – this definitely isn’t just a show for the kids!

Come aboard, mateys!

About Ragged Edge Productions

Ragged Edge Productions is an award-winning Cumbrian theatre company creating entertaining, original work inspired by life in Cumbria and the North. The company takes theatre beyond traditional stages, touring to community venues and rural spaces and bringing audiences together through live, often participatory performances.

Previous productions include the award-winning The Chef Show and the hugely popular The Mystery of the Blue Moon Saloon.

At the heart of Ragged Edge’s work is a simple idea: quality theatre can happen anywhere, and everyone should have the chance to be part of it.

Find out more about Ragged Edge Productions [here].

Devised and performed by: Stefan Escreet, Peter Macqueen and Claire Webzell.

Written by Stefan Escreet, a Lancastrian and former eater of school meals in The Gregson Hall!

Access Information

Audience participation is a key part of this pantomime-style show. Joining in is not compulsory, but audiences are encouraged to take part in the fun throughout. Nobody is picked on or made to feel embarrassed.

• A dark space will be available on the balcony.

• The balcony is wheelchair accessible. Please ask for assistance in the café bar if you need to use the ramp.

• Non-means-tested free tickets are available.

Age guidance: Suitable for ages 7+. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.