UK PREMIERE
Coming this Saturday to Walsall Arboretum!
Saturday 24 June
1pm & 4pm
Walsall Arboretum
On Saturday 24 June, at Walsall Arboretum, we invite you to join us for a moving and inspiring performance. ‘Parade – The Giant Wheel’ is a celebration of the beauty, power, and impact of people from different walks of life coming together. Our 12-foot Giant Wheel is powered by five talented street artists, a large intergenerational community cast and accompanied by live musicians.
‘Parade – The Giant Wheel’ is funded by Arts Council England, the UK Premiere event in Wasall is a partnership with Black Country Dance Hub and with Walsall Arboretum, supported by Black Country Touring, Without Walls – Blueprint, 101 Outdoor Arts, Out There Arts and Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.
For more Information and to get involved please, contact us:
Autin Dance Theatre
07585 081539
Production Credits:
Director/Choreographer: Johnny Autin
Creative Consultant: Gwen Hales
Creative Producer: Adam Towndrow
Design Consultant: Becky Minto
Bespoke Set Design & Construction: Big House Events
Associate Producer: Annalise Cowan
Learning & Participation Manager: Kirsten Tranter
Music: Richard Shrewsbury – Royal Birmingham Conservatoire
Performers: Jamie Higgins, Kim Wildborne, Will Hodson, Rebecca Solomon, Felix Fogg
Musicians: Mark ‘Magoo’ Robertson, Rose Johnson & Paola Cardarelli
Sound Designer: Niccolo Conti
Technical Production Manager: Blake Thomas
Community artists: Sarah Rabone, Nick Smith & Stephanie Bentley
Videographer: George Perez
Photographer: Paulina Ozynska
Join Our Community Cast
Join our community cast and be part of the UK Premiere of ‘Parade The Giant Wheel’!
Our BSL interpreted (and captioned) video tutorials are now available on our YouTube channel, ensuring accessibility for all. Whether you’re new to performance or a professional, these tutorials will guide you through every step of the way.
Mark your calendars! The general rehearsal will be held on 23 June, followed by the thrilling final performance on 24 June in Walsall Arboretum. It’s your chance to be part of an unforgettable production!
‘I’m thrilled to introduce Parade – The Giant Wheel. The show is hugely ambitious creatively and with its community enrichment, the project is able to inspire audiences and local people alike. Proving legacy opportunities for local artists via training and development programmes, prior to the productions arrival, Parade – The Giant Wheel is something that will touch the lives of many individuals and towns today, tomorrow and in the future.’
– Adam Towndrow
Volunteer Call Out!
Join Autin Dance Theatre and Be Part of a Spectacular Performance in Walsall Arboretum! 
As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity for Backstage Support & Front of House Assistance.
No prior experience is necessary, as training and guidance will be provided. All we ask is for your enthusiasm, dedication, and a willingness to work as part of a collaborative team.
Email us to find out more & sign up: hello@autindt.co.uk
