to produce a brand new theatre performance
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We’re thrilled to be partnering with Theatre Rites
inspired by the incredible Temperate House at
Kew. Siyanda and her Plant Protectors will delight
visitors of all ages, encouraging them to learn
about the wonderful world of plants and what we
Moving through the leafy
can all do to care for them
Africa Zone, Siyanda will
tell the stories of some of
the special species that call
Gina Koutsika, Head of Visitor Programmes,
Events and Exhibitions at Kew
the Temperate House their
home. From ancient palms, to
plants that can cure diseases,
to plants on the brink of
extinction and in need of
our care and protection. One
such specimen is the majestic
Wood’s cycad, Encephalartos
woodii, which is completely
extinct in the wild and as
such has been dubbed ‘the
loneliest plant in the world’.
Siyanda will also reveal the
work of Kew’s incredible
army of horticulturists and
scientists who collect, study
and nurture plants from all
over the globe.
“
We are thrilled to be creating a new
experience for Kew visitors. It has
staff and to have an opportunity
to immerse ourselves in the
magnificent Temperate House,
“
been wonderful to work with Kew
truly getting to know its contents.
Claire Templeton, Executive
Producer at Theatre-Rites
Performances are included in the standard ticket
price and will take place daily at 11am, 12 noon,
1:30pm, 2:30pm and 3.30pm between 20 – 28
October. For more information or images, please
contact [email protected]
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