The operating theatre comes to the theatre to celebrate the wonders of science and mysteries of the human body.
This epic production, planned for 2027 will explore the ethics, practicalities, history, iconography and raw emotions of a heart-transplant. Made in consultation with medics from Queen Elizabeth and Royal Papworth hospitals it will be five hours long, include live music and prove to be a prove to be a beautiful, poetic and meditative experience.
Micro-Production #5
In December 2024 we spent five days working on some of the ideas that will be contained within In A Heartbeat.
Micro-Production Credits
Devised and Performed by:
Ibrahim Ibrahim, Graeme Rose, Craig Stephens, Elexi Walker
Music: Jamael Jarrett
Direction: James Yarker
Produced by: Dominic Thompson
With thanks to:
Derek Nisbet, Marius Berman, Stephen Large, Derek Nisbet,
Sunesh Smith & Ivan Yim
Moving, authentic and thought provoking. the ritual of ‘waiting’ so beautifully captured. I hear a five-hour version is in the making. It’s a beautiful idea.
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Dynamic, provocative performance. Really enjoyed the combo of personal story and scientific information.
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Moving. Loved the incorporation of music and sound. Incredible achievement in 5 days!
Audience Member
Gorgeous! Quality theatre on my doorstep! What a life! Stan’s Cafe to lead us out of the mire of boring art! Tears flowing, hearts… well.
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