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Body Politic: THEM

When: 2023-04-06
Time: 7:30PM
Cost: 15

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Set to a driving, electronic score by acclaimed composer C. Bickley, and featuring three compelling dancers, THEM is a riveting hip hop dance theatre show about mental well-being and consent. Ages 14+

 

“It wasn’t that bad… He didn’t really mean it… Did he tell my friends?”

Nina’s boyfriend dumped her. He slept with her, then dumped her. She didn’t say ‘yes’. She was a bit drunk. She only remembers fragments. Now, the whole school knows.
THEM follows the stories of three young women as they navigate their way to healing through their journals.
Set to a driving, electronic score by acclaimed composer C. Bickley, and featuring three compelling dancers, THEM is a riveting hip hop dance theatre show about mental well-being and consent. The stunning choreography flows seamlessly from being powerfully gripping to soothingly harmonious.
Directed by Emma-Jane Greig and choreographed by Jackie Kibuka, THEM is a powerful portrayal of healing through solidarity.
There will be a post-show discussion led by local activist Emily Brown, Faustine Patron from #MakeItMandatory and Deb Puleston from the Oxfordshire Sexual Assualt and Rape Crisis Centre (OSARCC).
THEM includes a curtain raiser performance co-created by 14-16 year olds following a hip hop dance residency in the Easter holidays. This opportunity is free for young people in receipt of free school meals. To find out how you can take part please click the link here.
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Ages 14+ 
Running time: 60 mins 
Trigger warning: This is an emotional yet hopeful story. Please note this piece discusses issues around sexual violence and consent but is suitable for ages 14yrs+. Flashing lights are used in this show.

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