Courtesy of Lyrix Organix, a multi faceted organisation concerned with event production, education and charitable work, Unfold promises an evening of exciting, enlightening and entertaining talent.
It’s always so interesting to see a show that not only evokes emotion, but teaches you something new and brings communities together. Partition tells the tale of a young couple –Saim, a young Muslim girl (Mez Galaria) and her Sikh fiancée Ranjit (Darren Kuppan) – on their wedding day, facing this momentous occasion without their families due to their religious differences based on the events that divided India 70 years ago. Originally written as a radio play in collaboration with BBC Radio Leeds (the first collaboration of its kind at the Playhouse) this production is a stripped back, emotive and intense look at the way the events of the past are still affecting the families of today.
The human anatomy is a collaboration of systems and infrastructures constantly working to keep us as healthy both mentally and physically as possible. Multiple processes take place, silently, and no matter our whereabouts in the world, our bodies are our homes.
A story about the ultimate young spirit of teenage years, which promises nothing but freedom and unadulterated love… Unfortunately, as all bright things, sometimes life is destined to evanesce too soon. But can a love so strong survive through death? And can a single song bring the loved one from the Underworld?
Based on the ancient legend of Heer and Ranjha, it is sometimes referred to as the Romeo and Juliet of the East. It is a tale of absolute and pure love (ISHQ) that triumphs over cultural and class barriers, although just like Shakespeare’s classic, audience members are in for a tragedy rather than a ‘happily ever after’.
courtesy of lidia crisafulli
New York. A city of hostility, filth and rotten matters. Yet it is also a place full of glamour, sequins and booze. It’s a spectacle of sorts. As another theatre closes down, old flames come together to celebrate the glorification of the American girl. Stephen Sondheim‘s Follies is a story of reminiscence.
Courtesy of Johan Persson.
On Monday 18th September, The London Russian Ballet School will perform a one off performance at the London Palladim to over 700 children. An admirable initiative, the evening’s aim is to break down barriers by making the world of Ballet accessible to children from varying backgrounds. The dance company’s principal, Evgeny Goremykin- alumni of the world renowned Bolshoi Ballet talks more about the commendable performance and the Bolshoi’s 240 year proud tradition.
Up the Hill Jackie takes the audience on a journey with two Irish sisters, in which Rita forces young Jackie to travel to England to get a legal abortion. It holds promise of being a feminist story that allows viewers to question sisterhood, mental health and ownership of one’s body, but unfortunately it falls short.
On Sunday 22nd October 2017, the first Theatre & Technology Awards ceremony will take place at the Bush Theatre. The initiative looks to celebrate our digital world and the creativity that happens within it. Voted for by both critics and the public, a number of creatives were put forward across 11 categories. Respected judges in their chosen fields have been busy choosing their deserved winners, congratulations to all finalists!
Courtesy of Taiyo Nagano.
Post show, performer and co-creator Aditya Roy explains the importance of handing over an offering to an individual within one’s life who has guided or taught them in a certain field. His one man show, The Offering – an offering to his many martial art gurus offers a touching note to a fast paced, all kicking, all conquering show.
