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.
 

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
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