Last week we took a trip as a company to see a play called "In A Thousand Pieces" by Paper Birds theatre company. It is roughly in our subject area as it told the story of a women who is sex trafficked. Although we knew about the subject matter, not all of us were prepared for quite how shocking it really was. We were thrown into a world which was so far removed from our own and one that we knew little about. The true facts and events shown were horrific. It was a highly emotional story and it was also inspiring to see the actresses’ ability to maintain this depth and emotion despite the amount of times they have performed it. The impact that this play has made in educating people about this problem is huge, so hopefully we can do just the same.
The date of our play is getting closer and closer so we’re pushing on and have now blocked every scene in the play. The pressure’s nowhere near off though as we still have so much to do! But it is exciting to see the play come together.
We now have most of our set, including the hundreds of dollars which we photocopied, stamped on both sides and guillotined (MAKING SURE THE MARGINS ARE THE SAME!) We’re hoping that this attention to detail is appreciated... The inflatables have managed to remain intact so far, touch wood that the sofa doesn’t burst on the first night. Pins away ladies and gents.
The flyers are now done, so they will probably be thrust under your noses very soon. They don’t include any booking info, this can be done on the internet or by phoning the box office (0118 9606060.) But if you want to avoid a booking fee (don’t we all?) then you can get them straight from the Hexagon. Book your tickets soon.
Samuel alights by the side of a motorway, Lule and Yllke fly in with false papers, Sofia disguises herself as Rahim. Four young refugees arrive in the UK and wind up in a B&B together. This bold new play has been researched by talking to those who have lived it. Poignant, beautiful and funny, we look at the clashes of immigration and social care agendas. Read our blog as we prepare for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2010!
Monday, 15 March 2010
Juliet's thoughts on rehearsals
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