"Riotous family theatre. This is a company who know exactly how to write shows for children. A clever, multi-layered show. Fun, inclusive and interactive in a way that never patronises. Quality innovative storytelling with highly creative staging. Simmons & Lawless are a hoot to watch."

Backstage Bristol Review, November 2022
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Bristol 24/7 Review, November 2022

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In a spooky old house in Switzerland, every midnight, doors slam, books fall off shelves and pictures slip off the wall. Agents Kahlo and Dali of the Company of International Artists are summoned to put a team together to crack the case. And there's room in their creative crew for you!


You'll be working against the clock and sometimes even against logic itself. Agent Dali is sure there's a perfectly logical explanation, while Agent Kahlo is convinced the supernatural is at work.


What's your theory, agents?


You'll be chasing leads and spotting clues in this highly interactive spooky adventure.
Where should we search? Who should we trust? That's up to you!


Full of mystery, family-friendly spoof horror and a broad streak of quirky comedy,
THE MIDNIGHT MISSION! is a playable family theatre show for ages 7+ to enjoy. 


Devised by the company. Directed by Evan Lordan.

Sound design by Gill Simmons. Produced by Paul Lawless. Additional design by Rebecca Plant.

Audience reviews of The Midnight Mission!
February 2024 Dorset tour

Dorset Library performances were supported by:
Dorset Council Community and Culture Project Fund, Dorset Council Library Service
and a performance and workshop for
Artz+ was supported by a Localgiving Magic Little Grant.

Incredibly funny and very innovative! 

Lovely light-hearted humour. Loved how you involved the audience.

So talanted! Energetic and engaging. I was gripped throughout!

I would 100% watch these actors again!

Brilliant, fun-packed production for all the family!


Lots of laughter, problem-solving and detective work.


Very creative and funny. Great acting. So glad we came! 

The best thing I've ever been to at the library! Funny, enjoyable and something for everyone.

I loved how it was unexpected and we solved mysteries. 

A show made by super talented artists! Entertaining and we learned some literary history!

Superbly entertaining! Top talents!


It was scary but I enjoyed it.


I liked the scary stories and it was also really funny. I liked that we could join in.

Audience reviews of The Midnight Mission!
Autumn 2023 tour

Loved every minute!  Amazing!

Great comedy & acting.

So engaging.

We love how you involve audiences.

Funny, scary bits, loved it!

So imaginative!

Amazing because we could join in.

I wish I could see more.

So funny, I loved it! Fantastic show, thank you!

“This show is a rare thing, funny and mysterious!


Welcoming, informative, we loved it!


Absolutely fab, thank you for your hard work.


We enjoyed how 2 people played lots of characters.


Fantastically entertaining! It was spooky! 10/10!

It was awesome!

Informative and fun.

Keep doing what you’re doing.

We had a blast!

Amazing what you achieved with just two people.

Would definitely recommend!

“Really great! Very funny, creative, loved voting to choose how the story goes.


I think it’s my favourite thing and I hope to see you again.


Bravo, brilliant show, we all loved the humour and we’re 5, 10 and 70.”

"This show it was so fun and spooky and also interactive I really got into it and loved the show! The effects and actors were amazing!


Absolutely loved how we got to decode and vote. Will definitely be coming back, so if you read all of this thank you so much for giving me an amazing show!!!

5 Stars!”

I loved it!

I wish I could see it again!

I remember reading the books mentioned in the show. It brought back many memories.

Really different,

lots of fun!

Exciting, mysterious, loved the interactive parts.

The enthusiasm from the actors was amazing!

“Amazing! My child was enraptured for the whole performance.


Fabulously entertaining. It was great!


We are studying Drama GCSE and this show was really interesting for us to watch. Thank you!”

Audience Reviews of The Midnight Mission!
Autumn 2022 tour

I loved it! Exciting, funny & adventurous! The set and costumes were amazing!

 

I liked it because it was scary but we learned lots too!


I loved the characters. It was super funny!


Awesome and ultra fun! Exciting and great acting! Really interesting story.


Exciting and really funny, we all loved it! Very talented performers.


Really enjoyable interactive show for my 12 & 9 year olds. We learned about authors too!

I liked how you made one place into lots of different places and so many characters out of just two people.


Brilliant performances and loved the literary references!
Both actors were amazing!


Interactive, spooky and fun. Wonderfully entertaining for adults and kids alike!

It was amazing! If there were more I would definitely come back!


I loved how it was really spooky and we were really solving a case!


Really funny. I liked investigating the mystery. 


Very creative! Swapping between characters was really effective and the set and props were amazing!

Crazy but good! Very clever and entertaining show for children and adults too!


Creepy but fun! I love code-cracking so I really enjoyed the show!


Brilliant performance, great story and script.
Very engaging!


Fantastic! I loved how the story was built.
I can't wait till next time!


It's exciting with lots of action. Funny, scary and awesome!


Absolutely delightful storytelling, great energy and attention to detail.
An excellent experience!


Ingenious and funny! Really interactive and fun.

The Midnight Mission!
2021 pilot performances

The Midnight Mission, Wardobe Theatre, Bristol
The Midnight Mission, Wardobe Theatre, Bristol
Photography by Made for Impact
The Midnight Mission, Wardobe Theatre, Bristol
The Midnight Mission, Wardobe Theatre, Bristol
Photography by Made for Impact
The Midnight Mission, Wardobe Theatre, Bristol
The Midnight Mission, Wardobe Theatre, Bristol
Photography by Made for Impact
The Midnight Mission, Wardobe Theatre, Bristol
The Midnight Mission, Wardobe Theatre, Bristol
Photography by Made for Impact
The Midnight Mission, Wardobe Theatre, Bristol
The Midnight Mission, Wardobe Theatre, Bristol
Photography by Made for Impact
The Midnight Mission, Wardobe Theatre, Bristol
The Midnight Mission, Wardobe Theatre, Bristol
Photography by Made for Impact
The Midnight Mission, Wardobe Theatre, Bristol
The Midnight Mission, Wardobe Theatre, Bristol
Photography by Made for Impact
The Midnight Mission, Wardobe Theatre, Bristol
The Midnight Mission, Wardobe Theatre, Bristol
Photography by Made for Impact