Courtesy of Eva Roefs.

It can often feel that we need to have a clear, decisive view of the world in order to thrive and survive, that strong opinions equate to your standing in the world. In a time where cultural wars are prevalent, not picking a side in itself could be seen as a rebellious act. Drawing on this further with current show Commitment Phobe to show at the Yard Theatre’s NOW23 Festival, writer and performer Ira Brand explores doubt in a world that values certainty. A live, physical and performative experiment, Commitment Phobe is dedicated to observing what it means to not pick a side in today’s inconsistent society. Ahead of the show, taking place from 2nd to 6th May, Ira tells us more about what to expect!

Hi Ira, you’ll be presenting your show Commitment Phobe as part of Yard Theatre’s NOW23 Festival from 2nd-6th May. How are you feeling ahead of the show?

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The Yard Theatre have launched Nightlife Residents—a residency programme for three DJs, producers, collectives, producers, artists or performers to run three nights at The Yard, with creative freedom and no hire fees.

They’re looking for DJs, producers, collectives, producers, artists or performers who have an idea for a night, or an existing event series, and want to grow with no financial stress and a home to do it in.

They want their Yard Residents to see nightlife spaces as a vital part of London’s culture scene, who want to foster new ideas and look at new ways of bringing people together on the dancefloor. Yard Residents who see the potential and possibilities in clubs, that no other cultural space could offer. They’re also especially interested in residents who want to fuse nightlife and performance.

Yard Residents will receive the following:

• Three nights at The Yard, free of charge
• In-kind support from our Music & Events team
• Support from The Yard’s Marketing team
• A discounted membership to The Yard’s partner, The Halley, for a year
• Support from The Yard’s wider team

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