Cruel Britannia: After Frankenstein
Theatre (storytelling, lgbtq+)
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Venue 39theSpace on the Mile - Space 2
- 20:30
- Aug 17
- 55 minutes
- Country: Australia
- Group: Kristen Smyth and Ben Anderson Present
- Warnings and additional info: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes and 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
Gritty, powerful and daringly revolutionary, Cruel Britannia: After Frankenstein is a transgender reimagining of Shelley's seminal novel, set in the year of our Lord 1980. Maggie Thatcher's Britain: a monstrous, chaos-ridden world of gothic proportions that Shelley would be proud of. A hauntingly beautiful and visceral experience where echoes of the past reverberate with relevance and the streets resound with the cries of the dispossessed. Directed by Blank Space Productions' Cohan, critically acclaimed writer/performer Kristen Smyth breathes life into this evocative new production which questions how we determine who we'll call monsters and who we won'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: If not taking the lift it is 14 steps into the space.
- Stairs: 11- 20
Wheelchair access type: Platform Lift
Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info
How and when to make an access booking
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- Email: [email protected]
- Textphone: +44 (0)7860 018 299
- Find out more about access at the Fringe.
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- Would like to book specific accessibility services, e.g. a hearing loop, audio description headsets, captioning units, seating in relation to the location of the BSL interpreter
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- Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance
Taylor 129 days ago
Having misconstrued what I was walking into...I must say I was delighted. Her performance was hauntingly raw and triggering in the best way. The story was a bit of a fever dream, however, I was along for the ride and would not have it any other way. Great use of lights and sound. The minimal set was a solid choice! Her (Bowie-like) singing, counting fingers, and red satin dress with the boots will forever be with me. Well done.
Avery 135 days ago
I have never been more confused in my life. It was a nonsensical fever dream full of ill-established characters and tangential plot. It was delivered in a nearly monotone slog that only further obscured the ideas the author/performer was trying to get across. I felt as if I was being held hostage.
Katie 135 days ago
Poetically written and powerfully performed - a gritty, reflective piece that really has you hanging on to every word. Thoroughly enjoyed!
Billy Nichols 138 days ago
★★★★★
Scary, glorious, trans joy! A beautifully dark journey of self-discovery and the brutality of suppressing one's true self. Prepare for cathartic tears and a truly powerful performance by Smyth. A MUST SEE!
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Arts Hub 124 days ago
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