James Rowland’s ‘Team Viking’ + Community Spoken Word

Ten years ago, my best friend Tom was diagnosed with heart cancer and given three months to live. His last wish was to have a full Viking burial. So I gave him one.

Team Viking tells the remarkable, hilarious and heart-lifting story of how I actually managed to give my best mate the send-off he wanted. Blending storytelling, music, comedy and even a genuine Viking helmet, it’s a comic ode to death, friendship and the beautiful absurdity of life.

The show premiered in a tiny meeting room at the 2016 Edinburgh Fringe and became a breakthrough hit: critically acclaimed, completely sold out, and the beginning of my career as a contemporary storyteller. Since then it has toured hundreds of times across the UK and beyond.

Now, ten years on, this modern classic returns for a special anniversary edition – as funny, raw and joyous as ever.

Let’s Buy The Amulet and The Victoria Inn are very grateful to Take Art, Inn Crowd and Pub is the Hub for supporting this performance of “Team Viking”.

Community Spoken-Word Performers

Ahead of “Team Viking” we will have a curated line-up of amateur performances from Shepton Mallet and the surrounding area as we celebrate the spoken-word. More details to follow.

Event starts: 6.30pm

“Team Viking”: 7.45pm

Ends: 9pm

Free entry but donations welcome

This event takes place in the pub garden with mixed standing & seating (unreserved) and so please dress appropriately for the weather.

The event is open to all but please be aware of the themes of “Team Viking” and it’s dramatic inclusion of strong language.