17 – 19 April

The history of humankind lives on a timeline of exploration, and this is what’s next…

Fresh from the resounding success of its critically acclaimed 2023 UK tour, Middle-Weight Theatre proudly presents: WHAT’S NEXT?

Based on historical events, What’s Next? is a compelling one-woman play about Harriet Quimby, a groundbreaking character in aviation history who broke cultural standards and reached new heights as the first woman to receive a pilot’s licence in
the United States.

This thrilling new production sheds light on an often-overlooked historical milestone: the awe-inspiring adventure of the first woman to fly solo across the English Channel.

Playing the title role is Victoria Lucie, who made her West End debut playing Miss Casewell in London’s longest running play The Mousetrap. Other stage credits include The Night Pirates, (The Rose Theatre, Kingston and National Tour), The Importance of Being Earnest, Charleys Aunt, The Hound of the Baskervilles and many more with The Worcester Rep.

Victoria Luce said: “I am not only honoured to be asked to play such a strong and pioneering woman of history, but hugely excited to be reunited with old friends and new at Middle-Weight Theatre after performing with them in 2015.”

Written by Matt Roberts and directed by Tom Stabb, What’s Next? will open in Bristol this April before embarking on a UK tour visiting cities across the country.

Director Tom Stabb said: “Seeing a new piece of theatre come together is always a special process. What’s Next? is no exception, literally elevating things to a whole new level.”

Writer and producer Matt Roberts said: “Harriet Quimby’s story is an amazing and inspiring one – and I’m so happy I’ve been able to play a part in bringing her achievements to the attention of a modern audience.”

Alma Tavern and Theatre, BS82HY, 8 P.M.

Approx running time 1 hour 15