Dances Like a Bomb

Dance, Physical Theatre and Circus

  • Accessibility:
    Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
    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

Celebrating the strength of mature bodies and challenging the cult of youth, the show is a reclaiming of the ageing body created by dance-theatre innovators Junk Ensemble. Performed by acclaimed actor Mikel Murfi and leading dance artist Finola Cronin (formerly of Pina Bausch's Tanztheater Wuppertal), the performers are heroic, vulnerable, comedic and completely themselves in the work. They care fiercely for each other and defend their independence. As they hold each other up and push each other down, the "performance" of age is unpacked as a reminder of ourselves: our worst and our best.

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General venue access

  • Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
  • Accessible entry: The level access is via the rear or the builiding. There are 16 steps from the street level to the seating.
  • Wheelchair access type: Building Lift

  • Stairs: 11- 20
    Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.

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

Our access tickets service is available to anyone who:

  • 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
  • Requires extra assistance when at a venue
  • Has specific seating requirements
  • Is a wheelchair user
  • Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance

David Muir 40 days ago

Most shows I've seen this year gave me some feeling of pleasure and enjoyment, but I would say the finale of this provided the greatest emotional hit. Well done auld yins!

https://feelinggood.substack.com/p/dances-like-a-bomb-a-funny-tender 41 days ago

[An] excellent duo.

Colin George 43 days ago

When you are of a certain age one appreciates seeing dance by people who are of a similar age. The moves are slower, more deliberate, and often more playful. This is a well-constructed and executed piece of dance, with some appropriate words and poetry. Enchanting.


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Camden New Journal (4/5 stars) 30 days ago

A joyous homage to the ageing body and a tender exploration of the familiarity of a lifelong relationship.

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Broadway Baby (3/5 stars) 40 days ago

Mikel and Fiona are two powerhouses interpreting with deep realness.

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The Stage (4/5 stars) 40 days ago

The List (5/5 stars) 40 days ago

This is a piece whose beauty and complexity demonstrate exactly why older artists, whatever their discipline, should never be underestimated.

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Fringe Review 40 days ago

The visceral artistry of this piece has it all – it is intriguing, witty, strong and tender.

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The Irish Times 41 days ago

The superb performers Finola Cronin and Mikel Murfi are wise, not just in years but in performances, their seen-it-all experience onstage ensuring that they can deliver whimsy with a few home truths.

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The Times (4/5 stars) 41 days ago

Pitiless honesty. No motions are wasted, half-hearted or unclear. These two people own the stage and have earned the right to be there.

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