Live Action Adventures
Outdoor &
Walkabout
In their words
“Bringing happiness to the streets!”
“A class act and very professional. Sunshine or rain, they were out spreading joy.”
“So much fun!”
“Hilarious!”
“An unforgettable show!”
“A spectacular and joyful experience!”
Formerly known as Gary and Pel Live Action Cartoon, this outdoor performance work brings together slapstick comedy, dance, circus and adventure. Larger-than-life characters and a physical, non-language vocabulary invite audiences into the action.
Created by Cardiff-based artist Alex Marshall Parsons, these performances use set, costume and movement to tell colourful stories for family audiences.
Selected commissions & touring
- Swan in Love · 2023 onwards
- Articulture Wales OpenOut commission. Self-produced UK and Ireland tour, with Wales Arts International funding for touring in Germany and Denmark.
- Intergalactic Spectacular · 2019
- Green Man Festival main stage circus commission.
- HoneyMoon Balloon · 2019–2023
- Co-commissioned by Arts Council of Wales, Newport Live, Dance Blast and Festival of the Sky.
- CarCrash Wedding · 2017–2019
- Wales tour with Articulture and the Wales Outdoor Arts Consortium.
Swan in Love
40-minute walkabout · All ages
Gary and Pel arrive aboard a giant swan pedalo, inviting audiences to slow dance, take photographs and join their comic adventure.
Swan in Love has toured extensively across the UK and internationally, including at the Hans Christian Andersen Festival in 2025. Love songs, playful interaction and an unmistakable seven-foot swan bring a little romance and a lot of ridiculousness to every encounter.
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Pandamonium
Outdoor & Walkabout
The Pandas are loose!
Following one of the world’s most recognisable conservation success stories, giant pandas are no longer classified as endangered. After decades of protection and care, our pandas are ready to roam. And they are absolutely thrilled about it.
Pandamonium is a bold, playful outdoor walkabout performance that turns survival into spectacle. Featuring one large panda at 2.2m and one smaller panda at 1.6m, this lovable duo roll into town with infectious physical comedy, visual mischief and unstoppable celebratory spirit.
Rainy Day PandasBright macs, wellies and umbrellas, dancing through drizzle and proving that joy shines in any weather.
Beach Party PandasRubber rings, sunglasses and seaside swagger, turning every square into a summer celebration.
Sleepy PandasHalf-asleep, slightly confused and always ready for a cuddle.
A Very Swantacular
Christmas
Seasonal performance
‘A Very Swantacular Christmas’ is a 40-minute jovial walkabout performance featuring a recycled 7ft Swan Pedalo! Gary & Pel will be pedalling into the hearts of audiences, inviting them to slow dance, snap some festive piccys, and even have a ‘magical ride’ on the Christmastide boat itself.
Riding along to classic Christmas tracks, the duo will stop and create interactive cartoon scenarios for audiences to get involved with. So glide on down and prepare to fall head over heels in love this holiday season!
‘A Very Swantacular Christmas’ will be a captivating addition to any Christmas event. The blend of impactful visuals, reminiscent holiday songs from different eras, and comedic ridiculousness from the engaging performers will instantly grab the attention of festivalgoers.
You can also book A Very Swantacular Christmas through Fool’s Paradise.
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