HOW (NOT) TO DIE - long ago in Finland
Cranborne Earthouse, Cranborne, BH21 5RP
Saturday 7th November 2026 7:30PM
The Crick Crack Club presents
HOW (NOT) TO DIE
Long ago in Finland
Performance storytelling by Sarah Liisa Wilkinson
By the edge of a deep forest and the shore of a biting sea, an old man sets his mind on a journey to the underworld - to learn the secrets of the dead. But – and this is where it gets tricky – he wants to stay alive.
Sarah Liisa Wilkinson brings you tales from the twisting roots of Finnish myth and folklore: a woman spinning her own iron hair; a shapeshifting sage; a giant, fat with spells, sleeping deep in the earth; a coat of fire, gloves of pain – dangerous tools and hard lessons on how to live, how to let go… and how to come back.
INFORMATION:
HOW (NOT) TO DIE
Long ago in Finland
Performance storytelling by Sarah Liisa Wilkinson
By the edge of a deep forest and the shore of a biting sea, an old man sets his mind on a journey to the underworld - to learn the secrets of the dead. But – and this is where it gets tricky – he wants to stay alive.
Sarah Liisa Wilkinson brings you tales from the twisting roots of Finnish myth and folklore: a woman spinning her own iron hair; a shapeshifting sage; a giant, fat with spells, sleeping deep in the earth; a coat of fire, gloves of pain – dangerous tools and hard lessons on how to live, how to let go… and how to come back.
Duration: 75mins (TBC)
Content: This performance contains references to death, threat, and violence contextualised within a paradigm of mythic narrative, archetype, and metaphor.
Suitable for: Adults 14+
INFORMATION:
- WRAP UP WARM! Bring a cushion & wear sensible shoes. A torch will also come in handy...
- Suitable for adults (14+)
- There will be a simple bar running, and you can also bring your own. We serve tea, coffee and hot spiced apple juice on a 'donation' basis.
- We open the site at 6pm for evening shows. If it's sunny, please feel free to bring a picnic to eat in the grounds of the Earthouse (just don't munch food while the show is on).
- We do not offer ticket refunds unless we manage to resell your ticket. If you are unable to attend, then we recommend that you pass your ticket(s) to a friend. What better gift would there be?!
- Please only attend if you have a ticket
- Wheelchair access is very weather dependent and there is no formal access - please call the ATC on 01725 517 618 for advice before booking. If you use a wheelchair please inform us when you buy a ticket so we can accommodate you in the venue safely.
- This is a no smoking site.
- No dogs are allowed on site. Please don't leave them in your car!
- DIRECTIONS: Turn off Damerham Road into Cranborne Middle School. Parking is in the school car-park. Walk up the road from the car-park to the Ancient Technology Centre, and follow the lane to the doors of the Earthouse.
Event Details
Starts at 7:30PM
Location
Cranborne Earthouse, Cranborne, BH21 5RP
Sold out
Price
Ticket price incl. booking fee
£0.00 - £14.43