Beasts (Why Girls Shouldn't Fear The Dark)
Theatre (new writing, artist(s) of colour)
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Venue 186ZOO Playground - Playground 2
- 14:20
- Aug 27
- 1 hour
- Country: United Kingdom - England
- Group: Mandi Chivasa
- Warnings and additional info: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Strong language/swearing
- Accessibility: May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
- Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
- Policy applies to: Children under 18 months
Description
When Ruva experiences street harassment, her entire world is thrown into chaos and turmoil. Raging against the system and a society who won't take her seriously, Ruva turns into a Beast, searching for a way to empower herself and fight the creatures that lurk at night. Part spoken word, part outcry, inspired by lived experiences and intertwined with Zimbabwean beliefs about spirituality and magical realism, Beasts explores the impact of street harassment and how we're supposed to feel safe when those sworn to protect us admit they can't.Please note that while all media gallery content is provided by verified members of the event, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society does not review or approve this content before it is posted. Reports of inappropriate content or copyright infringement can be directed to [email protected].
General venue access
- Accessible entry: Through main door and down a short corridor.
- Stairs: Information not supplied
Wheelchair access type: Level Access
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Sacha Copland - Choreographer 31 days ago
This show was so beautiful physically and spatially. Storytelling that was alive and connected and invoked epic images. Transformative, relatable, real and magical.
Sebastian Elder 32 days ago
This is an incredibly important one woman. Through powerful oral, physical and technical storytelling Mandi Chivasa takes the audience on a journey that sheds light on a pressing issue facing women, though ultimately ends with a refreshing and empowering message. A must see for all this fringe!
Caitlin Mendoza-Price 33 days ago
What a dazzling performance! And such a creative way to tell the story of misogyny in society. Recommend for a watch!
Chris Hill 35 days ago
One of the last show I saw at this year’s fringe and a real gem - a dreamy and poetic piece of writing and a moving and powerful performance - please come and see this!
Mark Silver 36 days ago
The reviews were spot on. This was such a wonderful production. Brilliant writing, beautifully performed and absolutely captivating. Well done!
Joseph Richards 36 days ago
I sat in the front row and cried, especially towards the end of the performance as I felt like I was watching someone come into their power on stage.
The spoken word rhythms and poetic, evocative language were literally life changing in the moment of performance.
Perhaps even more special were the pauses, the in-between, the journeys Mandi breathed in the transitions.
The dream like and all too real moments merged and melted into dance and celebration and concern and refusal and honoring.
Fear and family, hope and belief, ferocity and becoming.
Go see this show!
Miztli 36 days ago
A beautifully performed solo show that strikingly encapsulates how it feels to be a woman walking at night. The writing is incredible and Chivasa’s performance is powerful, playful and totally captivating! Go see!!
Sabrina 43 days ago
Outstanding performance! This show was a highlight of my Fringe. Excellent story-telling, heartfelt and impressive. I can't stop thinking about it-- A must see!
Elaine 43 days ago
The rhythm and cadence of the performance was captivating. Touching, with hints of humour, I think it was good story relating to both family and the female experience. Really, a must see.
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