PAPER PLANES

From the team that brought you Lighting Up The Lane in 2012.

The Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch proudly presents the World Premiere of an awe-inspiring new musical drama, Paper Planes.

A New Musical by Dave Ross, Gerry Sweeney, Patrick O’Sullivan

Music and lyrics by Steven Markwick and Dave Ross

Wed 30 July –  Sat 2 August

Starring a cast of over 60 local performers and commemorating the First World War centenary, Paper Planes tells the amazing story of valiant pilot William Leefe Robinson VC, who was based at Suttons Farm Airfield in Hornchurch.

London 1916. German Zeppelin ‘Baby Killers’ are indiscriminately dropping bombs on innocent targets. People are in fear for their very existence. After an 18 month campaign which brought devastation to the people of London, Robinson emerges as victor after shooting down a Schutte Lanz SL11, to the cheers of the ordinary man. Elevated to the status of hero, Robinson wins the Victoria Cross and with this his life was to change forever.

You will be moved by this story of love, hope and courage in a magical new musical produced by the team that brought you 2012’s sell-out show Lighting up the Lane.

Director: Patrick O’Sullivan

Musical Director: Steven Markwick

Choreographer: Liz Marsh

Please Note: As this is a World War One story there are scenes that some may find upsetting. Parents should use their discretion when booking.