EVENT LINK: https://tinyurl.com/journey-of-a-refugee
November 2nd, 10:00am- 11:00am EDT, Virtual, Free
This event is part of the Yorkshire Festival of Story.
Journey of a Refugee is a powerful and moving production exploring the universal theme of people searching for a place they can call home.
Using a beautiful blend of puppetry and dance, this visually stunning piece of epic storytelling invites audiences to find compassion and humanity as they follow the journey of a refugee from their homeland to the UK.
A Theatre-Rites production, part of This is Croydon London Borough of Culture, and adapted from Theatre-Rites’ 2017/18 production The Welcoming Party co-produced with Manchester International Festival, Z-arts and the Ruhrtriennale Festival. Created in collaboration with Agudo Dance Company who delivered an extensive workshop programme.
“Powerful and stunning. A must-see piece of theatre.” – Adventures in Theatreland
“Gorgeous, politically engaged and beautifully crafted show.” – 4.5 stars – The Reviews Hub
“Unmissable! Vibrant, sensory, emotional.” – 5 stars – Everything Theatre
“Journey of a Refugee is a beautiful piece of work which sensitively explores ideas about asylum in an accessible way for youngsters, while providing important talking points for audiences of all ages.” – The Family Stage