HE was one of the South West's greatest sons and one of the greatest men in industrial history.
Richard Trevithick was born in Tregajorran in Cornwall. He revolutionised the use of steam as a successful and profitable means of energy, much to the terror of his rivals. Fear, death and industrial developments were rife in 1800 Great Britain, and it was Trevithick's genius that led to steam power being put on rails and roads. But it was never easy.
Obsessed by engineering, he left his family in Cornwall while he mined in South America for 11 years. Tinged by tragedy, stepped in accolade, loved by many, Trevithick is a biographical comedy that will light a fire in your bellies, bring joy to your heart and set your brain whirring like a four-way valve on a steam engine.
Best known as the Kernow King, comedian Ed Rowe tells Trevithick’s story accurately, comically, musically and relevant to the world we live in today.
The Tacchi Morris. Friday, July 22 at 8pm. Tickets: £12 / £10 Concessions
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