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Learning to Fly

Songs of the Heart Trilogy: 

Wed 8 – Sat 11 Oct

About Learning to Fly

Critically acclaimed storyteller James Rowland comes to The Nest with his captivating mix of theatre, comedy and music.

Learning to Fly sees James tell the story of a remarkable friendship he made when he was a lonely, unhappy teenager with the scary old lady who lived in the spooky house on his street.

It's about connection, no matter what the obstacles; about love’s eternal struggle with time; about music and its ability to heal. It's also about her last wish: to get high once before she died.

Uplifting, big hearted and hilarious.

After another sold out run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2024, James Rowland is performing his critically acclaimed Songs of the Heart Trilogy of shows in The Nest. Following life through its journey from youth, to middle age, and to our own mortality and you can catch them all in The Nest from 8 - 10 October.

5 Stars

A riveting, remarkable hour of theatre.

The Guardian

5 Stars

Joyous. Flooded with love.

The Stage

Made with the generous support of Arts at the Old Fire Station (Oxford), The Spring (Havant), The Attenborough (Leicester) and Tobacco Factory Theatres (Bristol).


Prices & info

General admission | £12

Songs of the Heart Trilogy - Multi buy

Book two of the Songs of the Heart Trilogy productions and save £1 per ticket, book all three productions to save £2 per ticket. Discount will automatically be applied at the basket on qualifying orders. Valid on full price tickets only.

Songs of the Heart Trilogy includes:

  • Learning to Fly - Wednesday 8 October, 8pm and Saturday 11 October, 3pm
  • Piece of Work - Thursday 9 October, 8pm and Saturday 11 October, 6pm
  • James Rowland Dies at the End of the Show, Friday 10 October, 8pm and Saturday 11 October, 8pm
Access tickets

Access tickets may be available for Access Members. Select the relevant Access tickets in the basket to receive your discount (where applicable). 

Prologue £5 tickets

£5 Prologue tickets may be available to Prologue members aged 16-30. Please note you will be required to bring ID with you to the event.

Groups

You can book up to ten tickets online. Want to book more? Email groups@cft.org.uk 

Only one reduction applies per ticket, and all discounts are subject to availability and at the discretion of the Box Office. ID may be required for certain discounts.

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Venue

The Nest
Age Guidance
Ages 14+
Running time
1 hour
Age Guidance
Ages 14+
Running time
1 hour
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Call: 01243 781312 Email: hello@cft.org.uk
The Nest at Chichester Festival Theatre, Oaklands Park, Chichester, PO19 6AP


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