A terrifying encounter with an escaped convict on the wild Kent marshes; a summons to meet the decaying Miss Havisham; the sudden appearance of a mystery benefactor - this series of events change the orphaned Pip’s life forever as he eagerly abandons his humble origins to become a gentleman.

From the misty marshes of Kent to the dusty, dirty streets of London follow Pip’s journey through adversity to discover the true nature of his ‘great expectations’.

Michael Whitmore delightfully captures the essence of Dickens in his lively but faithful adaptation of this most enduringly popular and atmospheric novel; as we take you on a rollercoaster ride through the life and times of Philip Pirrup and his Great Expectations.

Quantum Theatre produces and tours original work and adaptations of the classics into theatres, schools and outdoor venues throughout the UK and Ireland.

All Quantum’s output is written (or adapted) and produced by the artistic director, Michael Whitmore, who has evolved Quantum’s characteristic style; pacey, humorous theatre accessible to all ages whether it be Michael’s own plays or his adaptations of the classics such as Shakespeare and Beatrix Potter. All the shows provide a fun, dramatic and magical couple of hours for their audiences, with humour, drama and live music to delight and entertain.