February 06, 2023 - 920 views
The Harlequin Puppet Theatre in Rhos-on-Sea have reported on the sad passing of their much-loved director Christopher Somerville.
Chris had been a puppeteer and integral part of the Harlequin since it’s opening by Eric Bramall in 1958. Throughout that time he performed countless shows, both at the theatre and on TV, worked independently as a cabaret performer with puppets and magic and entertained thousands of children with his Punch and Judy as Mr BimBamBoozle.
Since the death of Eric in 1996 he worked tirelessly to ensure the theatre continued; performing all shows, as well as every other element of theatre life, on his own - an achievement he was very proud of.
Mr. Somerville's funeral will take place on Friday 24th February at 2pm at St Joseph's Catholic Church, Colwyn Bay. Family flowers only please, with donations to be made to Hope House Children’s Hospice.
