The Life of Job
Winterbourne Medieval Barn
In medieval England short plays often accompanied celebratory feasts. ‘The Life of Job’ is one of these plays: an English poem from the 15th century, telling the biblical story of a good and prosperous man struck by a series of shocking calamities. It will feature God, Satan, and an angry wife, along with medieval music, dance, and spectacular acrobatic stunts.
This unique experience combining feast and drama in a genuine medieval barn built in 1342, is being staged as part of a University of Bristol project on poems that retold biblical stories in medieval England. It will be the first public performance of ‘The Life of Job’ in modern times. We are keen to find out what you think about it, and will invite you to fill in a short questionnaire after the performance as part of our research.
Ticket price £25 includes the performance, a meal of pie and mash (gluten free and vegan options available), and an alcoholic or soft drink. The bar will remain open for you to enjoy an after-show drink, in the Barn or outside in the grounds (weather permitting). Bring your partner and friends to experience this communal entertainment together! Recommended for 18+ but all welcome. Book on Ticketsource. Free parking at the Barn. If you need a wheelchair-accessible parking space, or accessible seating for the show, please email below
Please note that the performance will be recorded and filmed in full for research purposes, and that all ticket holders consent to this by booking their ticket. If you have any questions about the research or filming, please email Dr Cathy Hume, the lead researcher: cathy.hume@bristol.ac.uk
Developed in an expert collaboration between director Elisabeth Dutton, circus director Gwen Hales and musicians Kira Thomas and William Sumner.
