Taxi is a new co-production from Leeds-based Red Ladder Theatre Company and mad dogs dance theatre, based on an original concept from taxi driver Douglas Thorpe.
It’s a journey through the streets of Leeds, seen through the eyes of Taxi, the main protagonist, played by John Rwothomack, in a fusion of drama and physical theatre.
Many of the character observations are based on the real-life experiences of co-director and one-time taxi driver, Douglas.
The production combines the writing skills of Andrea Heaton (Smile Club, Jack Frost, Football Freddie) with the directing of Rod Dixon (Mother Courage, The Damned United, The Shed Crew) and Douglas Thorpe (Phoenix Dance Company, mad dogs dance theatre).
It runs from August 10–20 at The Old Woollen, Sunnybank Mills, Town St, Farsley, Leeds
Suitable for ages of 13+