Time Bandits
Time Bandits is a new development in historical interpretation and living history/drama, from first person recounting to skirmishes and battle reenactments. Our approach is led by the needs and aspirations of the client, we advise and devise in terms of scripting, location and action. The uniqueness of our approach lies in the concept of working with the client or sponsor to tailor a presentation.
We're looking, for 2017/2018 to broaden our WWII offer and set up a section devoted to Home Guard & Auxiliers, plenty opportunities for all ages and, of course, plenty of spies and saboteurs needed - contact us if you're interested.
A Testimonial To The Time Bandits I really just want to say a huge thank you to John, Bill and Rosie for a fabulous day, you really brought Roman Britain to life.The children will remember it for many years to come I am sure and were very excited to tell their parents all they had learned at home time. A day spent with the Time Bandits is worth a week in front of a powerpoint or a computer. Mary Douglas All Saints School. Lanchester
Generally, I'm very interested in hearing from people who'd like to join Time Bandits, no previous experience or skills required, training will be provided as working towards Equity membership. If your interest lies in historical interpretation, drama, crafts or storytelling, you'll do nicely!
We have our own website at
www.timebandits.org.uk.
We were at Chopwell Woodfest on Sunday on behalf of Land of Oak and iron, great event and very well organised, French Revolution on Friday!
Fixtures 2017/2018/2019
08 July – Pirates at the Net
09 July – Chopwell Wood fest
10 July – Schools Sunderland
14 July – Consett Academy
16 July – WWI at Yarm
17 – 22 July – Marlborough Tour Bavaria/Belgium
23 July –Durham Heritage Centre
05 August – medieval at St John’s
11 August – WWI at Preston hall
19 August – WWI at Preston hall
02 September – Harbottle Show – medieval
11 September – Wallsend LHS
12 September – Carlisle Museum
28 September – Sunderland LHS – DLI
04 October – Blitz at Cambo School
25 October – WWII in the Grainger Market
25 – 26 November Time & Tide Discovery – Victorian Military
05 December – 1926 at Beamish
2018
23 – 25 March; Waterloo Weekend at Higham
19 May – Armed Forces Day Seaham
[ ] June – JS Thirty Years War Tour
[ ] July – JS El Cid Tour
[ ] September – JS WoR Tour (UK)
11 November – Commemorative March, Newcastle
20 November – Armistice talk Holy Well for WI
2019
All of our members are police checked and are members of Equity with indemnity insurance of £5,000.000 each.
Time Bandits aims, as the slogan says, to bring history to life in a manner which is both informed and entertaining. We presently have a core group of around six dedicated members and this needs to grow. We'd be delighted to hear from anyone interested in re-enactment, drama, period crafts, historical interpretation. You don't need any kit initially, nor any experience, the use of most of your faculties, own teeth and a sense of humour would assist.
01661 881654(evenings)