What does it mean to be Nigerian? Having a knowledge of Nigeria’s national anthem? A knowledge of the states that make up the nation? An understanding of one or more of the native languages spoken? A loaded question I’m sure, and one that Imagiphoria Studios contemplates in their debut show Asó.
Death is part of our life cycle, however a part of humanity we seldom talk about until it’s something we’re sadly confronted with. This being due to the topic’s emotional, fear inducing nature, the topic a tough one to discuss as it’s a case of addressing the unknown. Boldly exploring this further within their work Kill Me Now, Dirty Protest deliver a thought-provoking watch.
Qualities of good customer service? Attentiveness? Hospitality? Responsiveness? Reliability? Resourcefulness? Do you agree? I’m sure we all have our own ideas as to what this entails, these interactions shaping our day to day. Observing this fascinating facet of modern society, Kallo Collective, in association with From Start to Finnish– a showcase of Finnish performance art, present The Receptionists, a humorous take on this.
Experimental and experiential in concept, Race Horse Company’s O’DD takes us all on an intergalactic journey across time, space and matter, a magical show, hypnotic in its design.
A closer look at the life of a Navy veteran during the latter stages of his life, Metamorph Theatre’s Scab meticulously portrays a tragic life filled with mental health issues, trauma, loneliness, familial issues, broken friendships and being left behind by society.
The only constant being her suitcase, Ana Bayat’s production Mimi’s Suitcase is a retrospective on the pivotal social and political historical events that have shaped who she is today, Mimi’s Suitcase a thoughtful tale of childhood, family, women’s rights and migration.
Driven by the metaphorical symbol of Mount Nyriagongo, a volcano located in the Virunga National Park, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Benedict Lombe’s fiery production Lava vividly etches out the unpredictable, complex journey of the lead’s pursuit to gain UK citizenship.
Courtesy of Helen Murray.
Our life experiences shape who we are and how we observe and connect with the world, stories of womanhood evermore important to share and to continue conversations about. Exploring the experiences of seven women in their latest show GIRLS, The PappyShow return with an inter-generational cast, spanning the ages of 17 to 70, to bravely highlight their own stories via movement, dance and song. Ahead of the show playing at the New Diorama Theatre, Director and Associate Artist of The PappyShow Josie Daxter tells us more about what to expect!
As industries flocked to the online world last year in response to the pandemic, particular trends began to emerge, the popularity of food and drink master classes being one of those. Tapping into this newfound trend, InHouse Theatre present Dark Spirits: Black Humor, a live-streamed cocktail class meets melodramatic classical one-man show.
With many opting for the staycation option this year in light of current events, the idea of boarding a short or long term flight for some at present, might appear distant. Cue Avatar Me, a digital concept inviting participants to embody the role of a real life avatar, without any prior knowledge as to who you’ll become and where in the world they’re located and you’ll be transported to.
