We’re delighted to announce Vamos Theatre’s success in being awarded funding through Arts Council England’s Grants for the Arts, which will help support our next national tour in Spring 2015. The award will allow us to rework Nursing Lives, our first major touring show originally staged in 2010 and one of our most popular productions to date. Set in the Second World War, Nursing Lives tells the story of Flo, a feisty seventy-something, who learns that the hospital she worked at during the war is being demolished. She decides she needs to take one last look and her illicit visit becomes a personal celebration – of friendship, courage, adventure, and romance. But it also reveals a hidden secret, one which Flo still holds close. It’s a darkly humorous and nostalgic full mask show celebrating bravery, determination and the human spirit.

We’ve already begun reworking the show, which we know will benefit from the extra creative experience we’ve had since its original staging – and we’re promising just as much of a crowd-pleaser. We’re particularly excited about introducing one of our favourite shows to audiences and venues who’ve come to know us since Nursing Lives first toured.We’d like to thank Arts Council England for their continuing and valued support, and in particular Michael Addison, whose help and advice is second to none.

Nursing Lives tours from February - May 2015 and is suitable for ages 12+.