Snozzcumbers and Frobscottle
Seven Stories, the Centre for Children's Books are proud to present Snozzcumbers and Frobscottle! The Wonderful World of Roald Dahl and Quentin Blake. An exhibition which promises to be as exciting and dramatic as the characters themselves.
Blake's classic illustrations will visit the North East for the first time in a unique interpretation, based on a selection of artwork that drew a phenomenal number of visitors to London's National Theatre last year.
Enter the exhibition through Mr Willy Wonka's whirling swirling tunnel and be transported into the wondercrump world of Dahl and Blake. Observe original illustrations including Matilda, James and the Giant Peach, the Witches, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Revolting Rhymes and Fantastic Mr Fox. Observe the duo's workings behind The Twits including original manuscripts, illustrations and Dahl's ideas book.
Visitors can gain an insight into the pair's creative process and be inspired to illustrate themselves, perhaps enthused by the exclusive film of Blake at work in his studio in London.
There are interactives throughout the exhibition including a replica BFG's cave with Snozzcumbers, Frobscottle and Dream Catchers, plus audio of Dahl telling his unforgettable tales. Visitors can also turn themselves into a trugglehumping, bogthumping giant with a redunculus voice changer.
Quentin Blake says: "I remember coming to Newcastle, in the early days, on an occasion when I gave one or two speeches to help to explain to influential people in the region the importance of the Seven Stories venture. I seem also to remember that I said that such a centre as ours would be something that sent out stimulating rays – of influence and information and excitement – across the country and beyond; and in the same way it would be a sort of magnet, attracting families, schoolchildren, scholars and visitors from everywhere. This is what is happening now, and I am very pleased to think that we are using the special magic of Roald Dahl to help it on its way."
Snozzcumbers and Frobscottle! runs until June 2008.
Seven Stories would like to thank Quentin Blake for the generous loan of his artwork and for his time and commitment to the exhibition. We would also like to thank The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre for the kind loan of Roald Dahl’s manuscripts and other items from their collection.
Schools Programme
Seven Stories school programme focuses on the Dahl/Blake partnership as well as drama and design. Available for Early years – Key Stage 4, book a school visit from 10am – 12noon, 12.30 – 2.30pm. The full schools programme is available to download from the schools and groups section click here for details or contact Alison Neill for details Tel: 0845 271 0777 ext. 703 E:
