Fox
They call me Mum. Everyone calls me Mum now. Or Mummy. I had a name before. Where did that go?
Inspired by true events, Katie Guicciardi’s Fox is a brutally honest and insightful exploration of new motherhood in an increasingly isolating society. A sharply observed drama that examines our complex relationship with ‘help’ - our desire to give it and the need to seek it for ourselves.
This "small but perfectly formed" play (★★★★ Telegraph) is “a brave, eye-opening show” (★★★★ WhatsOnStage).
First produced at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2019, Fox was praised for being “a really poignant and insightful piece” (Three Weeks) and “deep, mature, and nuanced. A must-see.” (★★★★★ Feminist Fringe). Directed by Offie Award nominee, Lisa Cagnacci (Associate Artistic Director of the Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough), Fox is “a compelling monologue [which] rings relatably true to life” (Telegraph).
Bring Your Baby Performances
We are performing morning and afternoon shows for mothers, parents or grown-ups who look after young babies. The show is made with these performances in mind & there will be a relaxed set-up suitable for parent and baby needs including changing facilities, toys, soft mats.
Post-show we will host a stay, play and chat facilitated session for everyone to relax and reflect together - making new connections between parents and providing space for wellbeing and aftercare.
Previous performances:
Curve (HOME Slough) | Fri 24 Feb 23 at 7:30 PM
Curve (HOME Slough) | Sat 25 Feb 23 at 11:00 AM Bring Your Baby
Greenwich Theatre, London | Wed 1 Mar 23 at 7:30 PM
Greenwich Theatre, London | Thur 2 Mar 23 at 11:00 AM Bring Your Baby
Albany Theatre, Coventry | Thur 9 Mar 23 at 7:30 PM
Albany Theatre, Coventry | Fri 10 Mar 23 at 10:30 AM Bring Your Baby
The Spring, Havant | Thur 23 Mar 23 at 8:00 PM
Midlands Arts Centre, Birmingham | Wed 29 Mar 23 at 8:00 PM
The Core at Corby Cube | Tue 18 Apr 23 at 7:30 PM
The Core at Corby Cube | Wed 19 Apr 23 at 10:30 AM Bring Your Baby
The Place, Bedford | Thu 20 Apr 23 at 8:00 PM
The Place, Bedford | Fri 21 Apr 23 at 10:30 AM Bring Your Baby
Town & Gown, Cambridge | Sat 6 May 23 at 8:00 PM
Town & Gown, Cambridge | Sun 7 Mar 23 at 12:30 PM Bring Your Baby
Dugdale Arts Centre | Thu 11 May 23 at 7.30pm
Dugdale Arts Centre | Fri 12 May 23 at 10.30am Bring Your Baby
Royal & Derngate, Northampton | Sat 13 May 23 at 7:30 PM
Royal & Derngate, Northampton | Sun 14 May 23 at 10:30 AM Bring Your Baby
CREATIVE TEAM
Writer & Performer | Katie Guicciardi
Director | Lisa Cagnacci
Designer | Alex Marker
Sound Designer | Beth Duke
Producer | Carbon Theatre & Becky Barber
Touring Stage Manager | Leonora Nicholson
Production Manager | Fiona Scott Lockyer
Special thanks to Nick and Cate Archer, Celia Atkin, Michael Barfoot, Eilene Davidson, Adam and Claire Kenwright, Gareth Lake, Gail Moseley, Andrew Treagus, Stephen Waley-Cohen, Bruce Walker, Hilary Williams, Suzanna Rosenthal and all at Something for The Weekend, The Pleasance Theatre and Cocoon Family Support.
The tour is supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
PRESS
“Every aspect of this new piece of writing has been woven together seamlessly, successfully creating a harrowing yet enjoyable experience for the viewers [...] Fox is a must-see show tackling some of societies hard-hitting issues whilst remaining engaging and enjoyable throughout. I thoroughly recommend going to see this.” ★★★★★ Feminist Fringe
“A compelling monologue. . . rings relatably true to life [...] Small, but perfectly formed.” ★★★★ The Telegraph
“A brave, eye-opening show” ★★★★ WhatsOnStage
"It’s a superbly written and poignant piece of theatre about navigating motherhood." ★★★★ Sincerely Amy
"A thoughtful and considered piece of theatre." ★★★★ London Theatre 1
“A really poignant and insightful piece” Three Weeks, Top Picks
“Guicciardi’s performance glows with conviction.” The Scotsman
“A compassionate exploration of contemporary problems.” The List
“A must-see show.” The Skinny
For all press and media enquires contact info@chloenelkinconsulting.com
Supporting Resources:
We worked with Dr Frankie Harrison preparing for the tour and compiling these resources. Frankie is a clinical psychologist who offers support for parents who have experienced birth trauma, which includes any difficulties during pregnancy, birth and postnatal.
She has a passion for supporting those who have been through neonatal care, especially and has an active page on Instagram @miraclemoonuk.
Katie Guicciardi | Writer & Performer
Katie is an actress and writer whose passion is theatre. She spent many years performing with The Factory Theatre Company in their productions of Hamlet, The Seagull and The Odyssey and last performed her one woman show Fox at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2019. Alongside Acting, she is a professional acting coach and runs The Actors’ Surgery and has also just co written a TV miniseries about the London Fire Brigade.
Lisa Cagnacci | Director
Lisa Cagnacci is a director and dramaturg who has worked as Associate Artistic Director at the Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough; Associate Artistic Director at Theatre503, London; and Associate Director at Southwark Playhouse. Directing includes: I Am No Bird (Stute / Stephen Joseph Theatre), Fox (Pleasance), The Nightclub, Fucking Feminists (Sphinx / Hampstead Theatre), We Wait In Joyful Hope, Animals, Dog Days (Theatre503), Billy Chickens Is A Psychopath Superstar (Theatre503 / Latitude), Anansi: An African Fairy Tale (Southwark Playhouse), Hannah_27: Valiant Adventures in Online Dating (Made From Scratch / Latitude). Lisa is Associate Director of Sphinx Theatre Company. She also teaches directing at Morley College.
Becky Barber | Co-Producer
Becky Barber is Executive Producer at Jonathan Church Theatre Productions. Credits include: 42nd Street, In Dreams, Pressure, The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, Singin' in the Rain, South Pacific, A Monster Calls, Private Peaceful.
Credits whilst at Greene Light Stage (formerly Old Vic Productions): Billy Elliot: The Musical; Noises Off, The Norman Conquests, Hedda Gabler, Kiss Me, Kate, and High Society (all The Old Vic Theatre); and Noises Off, Private Lives, Jerusalem, Sweeney Todd and The Pajama Game in the West End. Other credits include: Emilia (Associate Producer and General Manager), and Birdsong (Producer).
Carbon Theatre | Courtenay Johnson | Co-Producer
Carbon Theatre is a community focused arts organisation based in North Northamptonshire. Led by Courtenay Johnson, our work focuses on creating inclusive, female-centred work alongside larger arts & heritage projects. We aim to make relevant high-quality cultural experiences enjoyable and accessible to local people.
Recent productions include: ANOTHER LOVER’S DISCOURSE ليه خلّتني أحبك by Riham Isaac (Belfast international Arts Festival & RichMix, London 2022); SHEWOLVES by Sarah Middleton (Premiere Tour 2022, Line Producer); 60 MILES BY ROAD OR RAIL by Ryan Leder (Royal & Derngate, 2021); BLODEUWEDD UNTOLD by Jo Blake (Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2019; Line Producer).
Recent projects include: SEEDLING (2021) by Helen Crevel with Anne Langford, an audio installation in Grosvenor Centre Northampton, exploring potential motherhood, environmental responsibility & multicultural family heritage; SENSORY SOUNDS IN NATURE (2021), sensory music sessions for babies and children with additional needs; MY SENSORY ADVENTURES (2020-22), an inclusive sensory project which including free video activities, resources, original songs & free packs for families to enjoy at home, live sessions and a new interactive digital adventure experience, SEA GIRL; 60 MILES BY ROAD OR RAIL (2020-2021), a year-long community, arts and heritage project focussed on Northampton and Corby’s New Town stories involving a new theatre production (Royal & Derngate), documentary film (premiered at Northampton Museum & Art Gallery), photography project and exhibition at Northampton Museum & Art Gallery, Heritage Open Days at Grosvenor Centre, co-created Hometown activity, Oral History interviews as well as talks and events.
