David Bradley and John Barrowman are reprising their roles as the First Doctor (first played by William Hartnell) and Captain Jack Harkness, in pre-recorded cameo appearances for the immersive show Time Fracture!
The theatrical event is due to open its doors on the 26th May. Get ready to join the First Doctor and Captain Jack for an adventure like no other…
Both John Barrowman and David Bradley have expressed their delight at having been approached to be involved.
David Bradley said:
“This is going to be something really special. Anyone who sees the show who is not a Doctor Who fan when they go in, surely will be when they come out! It’s going to be an amazing experience.”
John Barrowman said:
“I wanted to get involved not only because I love storytelling and I love Captain Jack the character, but also because this introduces Jack to the next generation of Doctor Who fans. If you’re coming to this – why not dress up as your favourite character? it’s going to be like Comic Con but with a storyline! Create your character, get in there and enjoy the journey.”
The production, featuring a cast of over 40 live performers, began rehearsals on site last week, and the set is undergoing finishing touches ahead of ‘UNIT HQ’ opening its doors to audiences on 26 May.
Much of the show is being kept under wraps so as not to spoil surprises that await audiences, but there is a glimpse into the world of Time Fracture with one of the 17 environments that have been created for the show below:
Rebecca Brower, Designer said:
“It is incredible to see my designs come to life in such an impressive and detailed way. We’ve been working whenever possible over the past 12 months off site to get everything right, and the build on site has been completely invigorating to be involved in first hand.”
Also live from this week is the lottery for a special performance for key workers. In recognition of their work throughout the pandemic, the Producers of Doctor Who Time Fracture are making free tickets available to frontline healthcare, services and NHS staff for a performance on 23 May 2021. Lottery winners will be drawn on 17 May.
Pre-order tickets for Time Fracture, the immersive Doctor Who theatrical event, here before the first preview performance from the 26th May.
The festive season is upon us! Whilst you’re waiting for the return of the Doctor on New Year’s Day, here are some perfect gifts for the Doctor Who fan in your life.
Get a collection of short stories
During challenging months of global uncertainty and isolation, the Doctor and the TARDIS has remained a dream that drew many – allowing them to roam the cosmos in search of distraction, reassurance and adventure. This very special short story collection brings these epic tales together, along with three brand new stories and beautiful illustrations in support of BBC Children in Need.
Get cosy with Corgi’s official Thirteenth Doctor scarf, or get ready for the Doctor’s favourite pastime ( a LOT of running!) with some socks. They’re perfect for filling stockings at Christmas time, and you can wow your fellow Doctor Who fans.
Lose yourself in a brand-new adventure for the Tenth Doctor and the Daleks in Defender of the Daleks This comic collection, part of the multi-platform story Time Lord Victorious, is a perfect adventure for comic fans or to those new to Doctor Who comic adventures, with a special cameo…
Order the Defender of the Daleks comic collection digitally via Comixology (UK and US) or physically via Forbidden Planet
Save the universe from your own home
Are you ready to take on this intergalactic space adventure, meet assistance hologram penguins, crack Dalek codes and help the Doctor by unscrambling data being sent to the planetoid’s core? This new play-at-home game is a 1-hour experience, suitable for 2 to 6 players aged 8+. The game can be played within households or via video chat so is perfect for friends, family members or colleagues looking to connect.
If you’re in the UK, you can order the play at home game The Hollow Planethere
Re-live the Eleventh Doctor’s final series on Blu-ray
Meet the Impossible girl and say goodbye to the Ponds! Series 7 is the final full series of adventures with Matt Smith as the Eleventh Doctor. This series also said farewell to Amy Pond and Rory Williams, played by Karen Gillan and Arthur Darvill, and introduced Clara Oswald, played by Jenna Coleman.
If you want to get lost in another universe, then load up your headsets and fly the TARDIS for yourself! The Edge of Time is the first virtual reality game experience, allowing you to use a sonic screwdriver, avoid the Weeping Angels, take on the Daleks, fly the TARDIS and help the Doctor save the universe, all in the comfort of your own home. It also contains an update for Time Lord Victorious, which means you can collect mysterious relics from the Dark Times throughout the game and experience the Tenth Doctor’s TARDIS like never before!
The Tenth Doctor and new companion Brian, the Ood Assassin, travel to the planet Magnox in this new Time Lord Victorious story, and it’s available on CD and digital, or vinyl for the audio-obsessed! The Minds of Magnox is written by Darren Jones and narrated by actor and impressionist Jacob Dudman – perfect for audio fans who want a chapter of this multi-platform story!
Get a family reunion with the Seventh Doctor, Ace and the Brigadier in an audio drama
Something haunts the peak of Ben MacDui. Something with heavy footsteps, striking terror in the hearts of those who sense it. With climbers going missing, retired Brigadier Lethbridge-Stewart visits Scotland to investigate. But when some old friends join his ascent, he worries that they will make things even more dangerous.
This audio drama from Big Finish Productions has Sylvester McCoy playing the Seventh Doctor, Sophie Aldred playing Ace and Jon Culshaw playing the Brigadier.
Order the audio drama The Grey Man of the Mountainhere
Plan ahead for 2021 with a calendar!
Whether you want to be part of the fam, or remember when Doctor Who first aired on our screens, there’s a great selection of calendars to adorn the walls of your own personal TARDIS!
Beneath the streets of London, a gateway is opening, time as we know it is collapsing, and the fate of our world hangs in the balance! Will you step up to the challenge? This immersive adventure allows YOU to step inside a Doctor Who story live, and no one trip will ever be the same! You can pre-order tickets for Time Fracture – the Immersive Doctor Who adventure ahead of the show’s London run in April 2021.
Order tickets for the Immersive Theatrical Adventure, Time Fracturehere