Complete Communication is passionate about access and the arts, especially theatre. We aim to provide high-quality access to the arts to the Deaf community and work with service providers to develop their inclusivity. For us, enriching and enabling the deaf community to be involved in cultural and entertainment events is at the core of everything we do.
We can provide highly qualified BSL/English Interpreters and Lipspeakers to support your arts and entertainment events.
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All of our communication professionals are registered with NRCPD and have undertaken extensive training and experience in theatre and performance interpreting. All of our communication professionals hold enhanced Disclosure and Barring System (DBS) checks, Public Indemnity Insurance and are subject to the NRCPD code of practice.
We work with clients Nationwide to make the various arts and culture performance accessible.
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Upcoming Interpreted Theatre and Performances
10th March 2023
An Inspector Calls
J B Priestley’s Classic Thriller, An Inspector Calls
Stephen Daldry’s multi award-winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley’s classic thriller returns.
19:30PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Event Details and Bookings
J B Priestley’s Classic Thriller, An Inspector Calls
Stephen Daldry’s multi award-winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley’s classic thriller returns.
Winner of 19 major awards and hailed as the theatrical event of its generation, An Inspector Calls has thrilled more than 5 million theatregoers worldwide.
When Inspector Goole arrives unexpectedly at the prosperous Birling family home, their peaceful dinner party is shattered by his investigations into the death of a young woman. His startling revelations shake the very foundations of their lives and challenge us all to examine our consciences.
More relevant now than ever, this is a must-see for a whole new generation.
Interpreted by Daryl McMullan – Provided by Complete Communication
To make a booking: https://theatreroyal.com/whats-on/an-inspector-calls-2023/
31st March 2023
Rambert: Peaky Blinders
Opening in the trenches of Flanders, a personal story unfolds in post-war industrial Birmingham as the Shelby family navigate the decisions that determine their fate and Tommy is intoxicated by a mysterious newcomer, Grace.
18:30PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Event Details and Bookings
Opening in the trenches of Flanders, a personal story unfolds in post-war industrial Birmingham as the Shelby family navigate the decisions that determine their fate and Tommy is intoxicated by a mysterious newcomer, Grace.
Written and adapted for the stage by Peaky Blinders’ creator Steven Knight, with choreography and direction from Rambert’s Artistic Director Benoit Swan Pouffer, this captivating show matches dazzling, athletic dance and stunning dramatisation from the full Rambert company with a live band, specially commissioned music by Roman GianArthur and iconic Peaky tracks from Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds, Radiohead, Anna Calvi, The Last Shadow Puppets, Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club
Interpreted by Daryl McMullan – Provided by Complete Communication
To make a booking: https://theatreroyal.com/whats-on/rambert-2023/
7th April 2023
Heathers The Musical
Greetings and salutations!
Following two smash hit West End seasons, a record-breaking run at The Other Palace and winning the WhatsOnStage award for BEST NEW MUSICAL, Heathers The Musical, the black comedy rock musical based on the eponymous 1988 film, embarks on a new national tour.
19:00PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Event Details and Bookings
Greetings and salutations!
Following two smash hit West End seasons, a record-breaking run at The Other Palace and winning the WhatsOnStage award for BEST NEW MUSICAL, Heathers The Musical, the black comedy rock musical based on the eponymous 1988 film, embarks on a new national tour.
Westerberg High’s Veronica Sawyer is just another nobody dreaming of a better day. But when she joins the beautiful and impossibly cruel Heathers and her dreams of popularity may finally come true, mysterious teen rebel JD teaches her that it might kill to be a nobody, but it is murder being a somebody..
BSL Interpreted: 07/04/2023 19:00 PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Interpreter To Be Confirmed – Provided by Complete Communication
To make a booking: https://theatreroyal.com/whats-on/heathers-the-musical/
13th April 2023
The Way Old Friends Do
The Way Old Friends Do, written by Ian Hallard, is a new comedy about devotion, desire and dancing queens.
19:30PM
Exeter Northcott Theatre
Event Details and Bookings
The Way Old Friends Do, written by Ian Hallard, is a new comedy about devotion, desire and dancing queens.
In 1988, two school friends tentatively come out to one another: one as gay, the other – more shockingly – as an ABBA fan. Nearly thirty years later, a chance meeting sets them on a brand-new path and they decide to form the world’s first ABBA tribute band – in drag! But can their friendship survive the tribulations of a life on the road which includes platform boots, fake beards and a distractingly attractive stranger?
Simultaneously tender and laugh-out loud funny, this heartfelt story will appeal to anyone who understands how it feels to be a fan: of ABBA or of anyone.
BSL Interpreted: 26/04/2023 19:30 PM
Exeter Northcott Theatre
Interpreted by Daryl McMullan – Provided by Complete Communication
To make a booking: https://exeternorthcott.co.uk/events/the-way-old-friends-do/
12th May 2023
Steel Magnolias
Steel Magnolias is the hilarious and heart-warming true story that inspired the hit film starring Dolly Parton and Julia Roberts.
19:30PM
Exeter Northcott Theatre
Event Details and Bookings
Steel Magnolias is the hilarious and heart-warming true story that inspired the hit film starring Dolly Parton and Julia Roberts. The beloved film is now beautifully brought to life on stage and will feature an all-star cast to be announced.
Six women come together in a small town beauty salon in the American South and prove that female friendship conquers all. Faced with the highs and lows of love and life, and amongst the chaos of work, marriage and children, they unite to gossip, unwind and set the world to rights.
This iconic comedy is the perfect ticket for every generation and proves that one hair appointment might just change your life.
“Witty, warm and uplifting” (The Guardian)
BSL Interpreted: 12/05/2023 19:30 PM
Exeter Northcott Theatre
Interpreted by Sarah Ankers – Provided by Complete Communication
To make a booking: https://exeternorthcott.co.uk/events/steel-magnolias/
14th June 2023
Pride and Prejudice
Over 200 years after the nation’s favourite novel was published, Two Bit Classics’ adaptation of Pride and Prejudice is “simply the most entertaining and stimulating evening spent in the theatre” (Hexham Courant). Every word that is spoken is Austen’s. Every moment is pure joy.
14:30PM
Exeter Northcott Theatre
Event Details and Bookings
21 characters, 2 actors and 1 one of the most romantic stories of all time
Over 200 years after the nation’s favourite novel was published, Two Bit Classics’ adaptation of Pride and Prejudice is “simply the most entertaining and stimulating evening spent in the theatre” (Hexham Courant). Every word that is spoken is Austen’s. Every moment is pure joy.
A highly praised and sparkling interpretation of one of the most loved and romantic stories of all time, this is a must for Austen fans and those looking for a fresh and surprising new piece of theatre. Fast and very funny – this chance to catch the five Bennett sisters and the whole world of Austen brought to life by just two actors is a treat not to be missed.
BSL Interpreted: 14/06/2023 14:30 PM
Exeter Northcott Theatre
Interpreted by Sarah Ankers – Provided by Complete Communication
To make a booking: https://exeternorthcott.co.uk/archived-events/pride-and-prejudice/
17th June 2023
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
‘Who can take a sunrise, sprinkle it with dew, cover it with chocolate and a miracle or two?’ Roald Dahl’s devilishly delicious tale of young golden ticket winner Charlie Bucket and wild confectionary wizard Willy Wonka will take you to a world of pure imagination this festive season.
19:30PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Event Details and Bookings
Roald Dahl’s devilishly delicious tale of young golden ticket winner Charlie Bucket and wild confectionary wizard Willy Wonka will take you to a world of pure imagination this festive season.
Charlie and The Chocolate Factory – The Musical features memorable songs from the iconic 1970s film as well as a host of sensational new tastebud-tickling toe-tappers. When Charlie wins a golden ticket to the weird and wonderful Wonka Chocolate Factory, it’s a chance of a lifetime to feast on the sweets they’ve always dreamed of. But beyond the gates astonishment awaits, as down the sugary corridors and amongst the incredible and edible delights, the five lucky winners discover not everything is as sweet as it seems.
This dazzling reinvention of the successful West End and Broadway musical transports the show to mouth-watering new heights. Take a journey choc-full of fantastical treats to dazzle your senses for a festive family adventure more satisfying than a Whipple-Scrumptious Fudge Mallow Delight. Don’t miss out, grab your GOLDEN Ticket now!
Based on the novel by Roald Dahl and the Warner Bros. film.
Interpreted by Daryl McMullan – Provided by Complete Communication
23rd June 2023
The Beekeeper of Aleppo
‘I was scared of the bees at first, but now, they make me feel alive. They are like a society in complete harmony with itself. Not like people at all, but maybe what people have the potential to be’
19:30PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Event Details and Bookings
‘I was scared of the bees at first, but now, they make me feel alive. They are like a society in complete harmony with itself. Not like people at all, but maybe what people have the potential to be’
Nuri is a beekeeper; his wife, Afra, an artist. They live a simple life, rich in family and friends, in the beautiful Syrian city of Aleppo – until the unthinkable happens. When all they care for is destroyed by war, they are forced to escape. On their terrifying journey, they must face the pain of their own unbearable loss alongside incredible danger. Above all, they must journey to find each other again. This compassionate and beautiful play is a story of connection – between friends, families and strangers.
BSL Interpreted: 23/06/2023 19:30 PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Interpreted by Daryl McMullan – Provided by Complete Communication
To make a booking: https://theatreroyal.com/whats-on/the-beekeeper-of-aleppo/
30th June 2023
The Bodyguard
The international, award-winning smash-hit musical.
THE BODYGUARD is back!
19:30PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Event Details and Bookings
Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge – what they don’t expect is to fall in love.
A ‘BRILLIANT!’ (The Times), breathtakingly romantic thriller, THE BODYGUARD features a whole host of irresistible classics including Queen of the Night, So Emotional, One Moment in Time, Saving All My Love, Run to You, I Have Nothing, Greatest Love Of All, Million Dollar Bill, I Wanna Dance With Somebody and one of the greatest hit songs of all time – I Will Always Love You.
‘YOU GO IN HUMMING THE TUNES, YOU COME OUT WHOOPING THEM!’ The Independent
BSL Interpreted: 30/06/2023 19:30 PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Interpreter to be confirmed – Provided by Complete Communication
To make a booking: https://theatreroyal.com/whats-on/the-bodyguard-2023/
7th July 2023
Demon Dentist
Join Alfie and Gabz on this fabulous adventure, as they investigate the strange events happening in their home town!
“What a fabulous show! It’s hilarious, jaw-dropping fun!” David Walliams
18:30PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Event Details and Bookings
Join Alfie and Gabz on this fabulous adventure, as they investigate the strange events happening in their home town! Children are leaving their teeth for the tooth fairy and waking up to find odd things under their pillows! Alfie and Gabz are determined to get to the bottom of the mystery – but no-one could have dreamt what they’ll discover, when they come face to face with the demon dentist herself in this hilarious and thrilling story!
Don’t miss this terrific tale from the West End producers of David Walliams’ Gangsta Granny and Billionaire Boy, which were both nominated for an Olivier Award! It’s the funniest and most exciting show yet!
“What a fabulous show! It’s hilarious, jaw-dropping fun!” David Walliams
BSL Interpreted: 07/07/2023 18:30 PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Interpreted by Sarah Ankers – Provided by Complete Communication
To make a booking: https://theatreroyal.com/whats-on/demon-dentist/
28th July 2023
Shrek The Musical
The triumphant record-breaking Broadway and West End smash hit Shrek the Musical is heading back out to paint the town green in 2023.
19:30PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Event Details and Bookings
The triumphant record-breaking Broadway and West End smash hit Shrek the Musical is heading back out to paint the town green in 2023.
Based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks Animated film, Shrek the Musical returns to the stage in a newly imagined production.
Join our unlikely hero Shrek and his newly appointed noble steed Donkey, as they attempt to defy the odds and save the gutsy Princess Fiona to bring her to the meagre Lord Farquaad. A journey filled with treacherous obstacles including a fire breathing dragon, red-hot lava. But as the sun starts to set Princess Fiona’s secret could be revealed.
Joined by some fairy-tale favourites, will Shrek and Donkey be able to complete their quest and reclaim Shrek’s beloved swamp? Filled with fabulous songs, unexpected friendships and surprising romance- this is a show you don’t want to miss. Shrek the Musical is guaranteed fun for everyone.
Interpreted by Daryl McMullan – Provided by Complete Communication
To make a booking: https://theatreroyal.com/whats-on/shrek-2023/
11th August 2023
42nd Street
It’s big… it’s bright… it’s a brand-spanking new production of ‘the original showbiz musical,’ 42nd STREET!
Choreographed and designed by Olivier Award winners Bill Deamer and Rob Jones, 42nd STREET is a timeless and inspiring showbiz fairy tale that combines breath taking tap dance routines, backstage intrigue, classic romance and delightful comedy to dazzling effect. It’s simply irresistible!
19:00PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Event Details and Bookings
It’s big… it’s bright… it’s a brand-spanking new production of ‘the original showbiz musical,’ 42nd STREET!
Choreographed and designed by Olivier Award winners Bill Deamer and Rob Jones, 42nd STREET is a timeless and inspiring showbiz fairy tale that combines breath taking tap dance routines, backstage intrigue, classic romance and delightful comedy to dazzling effect. It’s simply irresistible!
Fresh off the bus from small-town America, young and beautiful Peggy Sawyer arrives in New York City dreaming of her name in lights. She quickly catches the eye of a big-time director and lands a spot in the chorus line of Broadway’s newest show… and when the leading lady gets injured, Peggy gets her shot at stardom.
42nd STREET is a larger-than-life, massively entertaining celebration of musicals and the irrepressible spirit of Broadway that’s guaranteed to lift anyone’s spirits. Don’t miss it!
BSL Interpreted: 11/08/2023 19:00 PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Interpreted by Daryl McMullan – Provided by Complete Communication
To make a booking: https://theatreroyal.com/whats-on/42nd-street-2023/
18th August 2023
Annie
The smash-hit production of ANNIE comes to Theatre Royal Plymouth for one week only, direct from London’s West End. This ‘glorious revival’ (The Times) stars Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood as the tyrannical Miss Hannigan!
19:30PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Event Details and Bookings
The smash-hit production of ANNIE comes to Theatre Royal Plymouth for one week only, direct from London’s West End. This ‘glorious revival’ (The Times) stars Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood as the tyrannical Miss Hannigan!
Set in 1930s New York during The Great Depression, brave young Annie is forced to live a life of misery at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage. Her luck soon changes when she’s chosen to spend a fairytale Christmas with famous billionaire, Oliver Warbucks. Meanwhile, spiteful Miss Hannigan has other ideas and hatches a plan to spoil Annie’s search for her true family…
With its Tony® award-winning book and score, including the unforgettable songs It’s The Hard-Knock Life, Easy Street, I Don’t Need Anything But You and Tomorrow, you can bet your bottom dollar that you’ll love it!
BSL Interpreted: 18/08/2023 19:30 PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Interpreted by Daryl McMullan – Provided by Complete Communication
To make a booking: https://theatreroyal.com/whats-on/heathers-the-musical/
1st September 2023
The Spongebob Musical
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea and became the hottest star on Broadway? Why, it’s SpongeBob and now he’s getting ready to entertain and delight audiences all over the UK, in this brilliant, bright, hilarious and brand-new musical production.
19:00PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Event Details and Bookings
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea and became the hottest star on Broadway? Why, it’s SpongeBob and now he’s getting ready to entertain and delight audiences all over the UK, in this brilliant, bright, hilarious and brand-new musical production.
Prepare to plunge into this stunning all-singing, all-dancing, dynamic stage show as SpongeBob and his friends in Bikini Bottom face the total destruction of their undersea world. Chaos erupts. Lives hang in the balance. And just when all hope seems lost, a most unexpected hero rises up. The power of optimism really can save the world!
An exciting new production featuring irresistible characters, magical choreography and dazzling costumes; this deep-sea pearl of a show is really set to make a splash with audiences young and old as the must-see musical of 2023. The future is bright, the future is bold, the future is THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL.
BSL Interpreted: 01/09/2023 19:00 PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Interpreted by Sarah Ankers – Provided by Complete Communication
To make a booking: https://theatreroyal.com/whats-on/spongebob-2023/
15th September 2023
Frantic Assembly: Metamorphosis
“What has happended to me?” One morning, as Gregor Samsa was waking from anxious dreams, he discovered that in his bed he had transformed into a gigantic insect.
TBC
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Event Details and Bookings
“What has happended to me?” One morning, as Gregor Samsa was waking from anxious dreams, he discovered that in his bed he had transformed into a gigantic insect.
Watch as the unremarkable life of this once quiet and diligent salesman, descends into antennae twitching chaos. With a voice replaced by a rasp, a new body and countless waving legs; it is one thing for him to adapt to the new transformation; it is quite another for his family to cope with the new reality.
BSL Interpreted: 15/09/2023
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Interpreted by Daryl McMullan – Provided by Complete Communication
To make a booking: TBC
14th December 2023
Dick Whittington
Join Dick Whittington and his faithful feline friend Tommy on their quest to seek fame and fortune in the city of London, where the streets are paved with gold and the evil Ratty dwells.
However, Dick dreams of being the Lord Mayor of London and he is going to need all the help he can get from the beautiful Alice, the gang and of course lots of children to defeat that evil old Rat!!
19:00PM
Exeter Northcott Theatre
Event Details and Bookings
Join Dick Whittington and his faithful feline friend Tommy on their quest to seek fame and fortune in the city of London, where the streets are paved with gold and the evil Ratty dwells.
However, Dick dreams of being the Lord Mayor of London and he is going to need all the help he can get from the beautiful Alice, the gang and of course lots of children to defeat that evil old Rat!!
Expect plenty of laughs, great music, amazing special effects and full-on-fun for every generation with this fabulous rags-to-riches tale.
BSL Interpreted: 14/12/2023 19:00 PM
Exeter Northcott Theatre
Interpreter: Daryl McMullan
To make a booking: TBC
19th December & 27th December 2023
A Christmas Carol
On a cold Christmas Eve, the heartless Ebeneezer Scrooge is visited by the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley, and three spirits – each with an important message. Can they persuade him to change his miserly ways, or will he be doomed… forever?
19/12/2023 15:00PM (BSL Interpreted) 27/12/2023 19:00PM (BSL Interpreted)
Taunton Brewhouse
Event Details and Bookings
Next Christmas, go on a thrilling journey to the past, present, and future with our brand new musical, A Christmas Carol.
On a cold Christmas Eve, the heartless Ebeneezer Scrooge is visited by the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley, and three spirits – each with an important message. Can they persuade him to change his miserly ways, or will he be doomed… forever?
Inspired by Charles Dickens’ classic yuletide tale, and thrillingly adapted for the stage by the acclaimed Pleasure Dome Theatre Company, this joyous retelling will fright and delight audiences of all ages. Expect enchanting puppetry, original music, and a sprinkling of holiday magic.
Don’t be a Scrooge! Join us for a mince pie (or two!) and celebrate the true spirit of Christmas at Taunton Brewhouse.
BSL Interpreted: 19/12/2023 15:00 PM and 27th December 2023 19:00 PM
Taunton Brewhouse
Interpreter: Daryl McMullan
To make a booking: https://www.tauntonbrewhouse.co.uk/events/a-christmas-carol-christmas-2023/
22nd December & 11th January 2024
Goldilocks and the Three Bears
With sets and costumes from The London Palladium, this promises to be a spectacular pantomime you’ll not want to miss. For 5 weeks only the Theatre will be transformed into a sensational circus, where everything is possible, and anything could (and will) happen.
22/12/2023 19:00PM (BSL Interpreted) 11/01/2024 12:30PM (Relaxed)
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Event Details and Bookings
Enter a world of wonder at Plymouth’s home of pantomime, as the magical Goldilocks and the Three Bears comes to Theatre Royal Plymouth next Christmas!
With sets and costumes from The London Palladium, this promises to be a spectacular pantomime you’ll not want to miss. For 5 weeks only the Theatre will be transformed into a sensational circus, where everything is possible, and anything could (and will) happen.
This festive extravaganza is packed with riotous comedy, extraordinary special effects, hair-raising stunts and international circus acts!
Goldilocks’ circus is under threat from an evil rival circus owner and, with the help of their madcap circus friends, they’re battling to rescue their Big Top from ruin. Will they succeed? All seems lost until three brilliant bears join the gang…
Roll up, roll up to see panto join the circus, and be swept away by a pantomime spectacular that’s just right!
BSL Interpreted: 22/12/2023 19:00 PM
Relaxed Performance: 11/01/2024 12:30 PM
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Interpreter: Daryl McMullan
To make a booking: https://theatreroyal.com/whats-on/2023-goldilocks/
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Other shows we have been involved in
- Treasure Island
- Forgiveness
- Sorry, you’re not a winner
- Waitress
- Human
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- I was Naked Smelling of Rain
- Vamos
- Mamma Mia
- A Christmas Carol
- Aladdin
- The Department of Distractions
- Lavrack – Reach, Funky Llama Club night
- The Lady Vanishes
- Beauty and the Beast – A tale as old as time
- Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
- Cinderella…The Fairy Godmother of all Pantomimes
- RSC – As you like it and The Taming of the Shrew – Post Show Talk
- School and small scale performances and theatre/music workshops
- The Three Musketeers
- NHS the musical
- The man who wanted to be a penguin
- Gangsta Granny
- The Hunchback of Notre Dame
- The Play That Goes Wrong
- This Land
- Beautiful – The Carol King Musical
- Noughts and Crosses
- Bugsy Malone
- The Little Prince
- Robin Hood
- Pinocchio
- Sleeping Beauty
- Six
- Until Tomorrow
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