SHADOWS
a physical theatre drama
A poor couple, working opposite shifts in the same factory,
struggle through addiction, family crisis and death.
They see that every decision is a choice, but finding the strength
to break the cycle tends to be the hardest choice of all.
struggle through addiction, family crisis and death.
They see that every decision is a choice, but finding the strength
to break the cycle tends to be the hardest choice of all.
Shadows is a strikingly beautiful portrayal of a poor couple, working opposite shifts in the same factory, as they struggle through addiction and family crisis to find hope. They see that every decision is a choice, but finding the strength to break the cycle is the hardest choice of all. With its visceral, acrobatic movement and compelling story of strength, desire and loss, this one-act straddles the worlds of dance and theatre to leave you with a new definition of art and an evening of theatre you won’t forget.
Inspired by Neil Bousfield's wordless novel of woodcut images, Walking Shadows: A Novel without Words, Shadows does not contain spoken text. Instead, the creators sought ways to engage their bodies precariously, accompanied by original music, in hopes to elicit a powerful response from the audience.
The set is similarly minimal and focused on movement. A table is the only set piece. It was purpose-built for use in the show by renowned sculptor and metal worker, Vivian Beer. Beer’s other works can be seen at the Smithsonian and Boston’s own Museum of Fine Arts, as well as The Currier Museum in Manchester, NH.
Inspired by Neil Bousfield's wordless novel of woodcut images, Walking Shadows: A Novel without Words, Shadows does not contain spoken text. Instead, the creators sought ways to engage their bodies precariously, accompanied by original music, in hopes to elicit a powerful response from the audience.
The set is similarly minimal and focused on movement. A table is the only set piece. It was purpose-built for use in the show by renowned sculptor and metal worker, Vivian Beer. Beer’s other works can be seen at the Smithsonian and Boston’s own Museum of Fine Arts, as well as The Currier Museum in Manchester, NH.
Shadows is eligible for NEST funding through New England Foundation for the Arts. NEST (New England States Touring) funds presentations of New England-based performing artists from outside a presenter’s state.