Two of Canada’s most adventurous artists, award-winning choreographer Crystal Pite and playwright/performer Jonathon Young, join forces in this dance work of raw human emotion and heroic theatrical brilliance.
Betroffenheit is the state of shock and bewilderment that encompasses you in the wake of a disaster. In Betroffenheit, a crisis-management team is keeping your emergency situation alive and present, a trusted voice is urging you to come to terms with the past, and ‘The Show’ delivers you a steady supply of the distraction, escapism and pleasure you crave.
In one sense, you are a survivor and this is your refuge. In another, you’re the disaster waiting to happen. Either way, the show must go on.
Pite and Young have created a rich spectacle exploring universal themes of loss, trauma, addiction and recovery. Featuring six virtuosic performers, Betroffenheit combines comedy and drama, poetry and movement for a production that’s as thrilling and entertaining as it is profoundly moving.
This performance features adult themes and strobe lighting.
Date & Time:
Thursday 23rd – Saturday 25th February: 7:30PM
Sunday 26th February: 5:00PM
Show runs for 2 hours including interval.
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