Langstone Harbour. 1913. On a lonely island sits the Oyster House, looking out over murky waters and throbbing tides. When a body is found in the mud, a series of events unfolds, against a backdrop of rising tensions and the prospect of war.
A brand-new mystery drama, based on the real Oyster House which stood on the shores of Farlington Marshes for over 130 years. This new in-the-round theatrical experience will tour the communities of Portsmouth and Langstone Harbours in the Spring of 2025.
Creative Harbour CIC and People and Stories have partnered for an exciting new theatre experience, The Oyster House, supported by Portsmouth Creates and Arts Council England.
"Draws you into a fascinating world...
A must-see for fans of mystery and intrigue"
The News, Portsmouth
"An eerie, magical and absorbing tale...
A thoroughly engaging show"
Southsea Folk Magazine
"An engaging and thoughtful piece of theatre...
An unexpectedly captivating insight into the past"
UK Theatre Network
"So good! A must watch for anyone who loves excellently created drama...
Fabulous performances across the board"
Solent Walks
A People and Stories, and Creative Harbour Touring Network production
Dates
Saturday 17 May 2025 - Alverstoke Parish Centre, Gosport, 8pm - sold out
Tuesday 20 May 2025 - Tudor Sailing Club, Portsmouth, 8pm - sold out
Wednesday 21 May 2025 - Staggeringly Good Brewery, Portsmouth, 8pm - sold out
Wednesday 28 May 2025 - Spring Arts Centre, Havant, 8pm - sold out
Thursday 29 May 2025 - D-Day Memorial Hall, Southwick, 8pm
Thursday 5 June 2025 - St Faith's Community Hub, Gosport, 8pm
Friday 6 June - The Black Barn, Hayling Island, 8pm - sold out
Saturday 14 June 2025 - Christ Church Portsdown, Waterlooville, 8pm
Sunday 15 June 2025 - Milton Community Centre, Portsmouth, 8pm - sold out
Friday 20 June 2025 - Thorngate Halls, Gosport, 8pm
Saturday 21 June 2025 - Bedhampton Community Centre, 8pm
Friday 27 June 2025 - Park Community Theatre, Havant, 8pm
Saturday 28 June 2025 - The Dockyard Club, Portsmouth, 3pm & 7.30pm
Click to watch the trailer here...
Project Team
Vin Adams: Actor & Modelmaker
Jackson Batchelor: Actor
Yvonne Maxwell: Actor
Matt Parsons: Technical Manager & Videographer
Geraldine Ramsay: Lighting Designer
Scott Ramsay: Actor, Co-writer & Director
Kia Wilson: Actor & Co-writer
Elizabeth Weston: Education Project Manager
Andrew Worsfold: Production Photography
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