Moby Dick on Brunel's SS Great Britain - August 2019

A project in Bristol, UK by Darkstuff Productions
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An promenade performance of Herman Melville's Moby Dick on board Brunel's SS Great Britain
Backers: 70
Average Pledge Per Backer: £29

Funded: £2,005 of £2,000
Dates: Jun 21st -> Jul 23rd (32 days)
Project By: Darkstuff Productions
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June 27th - via: kickstarter.com
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June 27th - via: kickstarter.com
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June 27th - via: kickstarter.com
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June 27th - via: kickstarter.com
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June 27th - via: kickstarter.com
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June 27th - via: kickstarter.com
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June 24th - via: kickstarter.com
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June 24th - via: kickstarter.com
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June 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
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June 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
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