The classic British panto, physical comedy, quick-witted wordplay, and cleverly crafted interactive elements — “O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy” has it all.
The show, which will be presented at the Aultsville Theatre December 19 at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. features James and Jamesy (a.k.a. Aaron Malkin and Alastair Knowles) who have been flooding auditoriums with joy and laughter in their multi-award winning tea-themed comedies.
The act “blends the absurdity of Monty Python, the charm of Mr. Bean, and the whimsy of Dr. Seuss. Audiences are swept into a hilariously imaginative adventure as a Christmas tea party spirals into chaos, flooding the world with tea,” according to a press release.
“Theatre is in its essence an exercise in imagination, a suspension of disbelief,” says Alastair Knowles, who plays the eccentric Jamesy character. “O Christmas Tea focuses on, and plays with, this distinction.”
To James, on-stage events are make-believe and the audience is of the real world. To Jamesy, on-stage events are real and the audience doesn’t exist. This vast difference in perspectives dissolves as the play progresses, and audiences find themselves compelled to join the performers in the world of imagination and in the delight of play.
Knowles adds, “We want adults to leave feeling lighter, more playful, and with a deeper connection not only with their immediate companions, but also with the entire audience who shared in the magical experience.”
“At this time of year, we’re inspired to dream big and tap into our child-like imagination,” says Aaron Malkin. “O Christmas Tea is a show that brings family and friends together. For those who’ve already made it part of their holiday tradition, we’re excited to introduce new elements that will make this year’s performance even more unforgettable.”
Tickets and more information are available at www.ochristmastea.com
