Bird

Dance, Physical Theatre and Circus (dance, physical theatre)

  • Summerhall - Old Lab
  • 19:20
  • Aug 27
  • 45 minutes
  • Suitability: 8+
  • Country: United Kingdom - England
  • Group: Amina Khayyam Dance Company
  • Warnings and additional info: None
  • 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 2 years

Description

A stage sequel to our critically acclaimed dance film, Catch the Bird Who Won't Fly. Bird explores 'What happens when you run away from domestic abuse?', a question posed in fear of the cultural stigma at those who escape it, or try to. A trio of dancers weave the story to a specially commissioned live music score by Jonathan Mayer.

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General venue access

  • Accessible entry: Once in the courtyard, go through the double doors at ground level next to the shop shed, past the Anatomy Lecture Theatre and through the double doors, take a right; down to the end of the corridor.
  • Wheelchair access type: Level Access

  • Stairs: Information not supplied

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Brendan Barnes 98 days ago

Wonderful moving show about surviving suffering and solidarity. If that sounds grim the show is actually uplifting. The music and dance integrate beautifully. One of the best things I’ve seen this week

David Evans 103 days ago

Wowowow! Khayyam creates a visually and emotionally gripping show with layers of choreographic images. Three dancers swirl, strike and flutter to complex rhythms from three onstage musicians. The work adeptly combined Indian classical dance and contemporary dance elements, but a previous knowledge of dance isn't required to enjoy this visually entrancing piece. You won't want to miss this one!

Christopher Carnie 104 days ago

Powerful piece by three dancers and three (initially invisible) live musicians about violence against women. Conveys the agony, the loss and grief of violence, with crescendos of dance and energy, starting in a dark, silent place and ending with the strength and support of women together. A performance that illustrates the complexity of violence, and that left me very moved.


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The Scotsman (4/5 stars) 94 days ago

powerful and captivating

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Broadway Baby (4/5 stars) 102 days ago

I think this show is very touching and a must see.

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