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GIVE IT A NAME present HEART OF DARKNESS
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Joseph Conrad, or Polish Joe as he was known by his fellow seamen, was once a resident of Cardiff and sailed regularly from Penarth Dock. English was his 3rd language.
In 1899 he wrote one of the most singularly influential novels in the English language: Heart of Darkness
It was an inspiration for T S Eliot, formed the basis of Apocalypse Now and is still contentious amongst academics worldwide.
This February a unique and brand new theatrical adaptation will premier in Cardiff
It will take the form of a promenade performance in hip City Centre nightspot 10 feet tall. The audience will travel through layers of history, stories, and several floors of a building.
Cardiff based company Give It A Name have a commitment to innovation and risk taking and have garnered 5 star reviews for all their previous work
This time they have teamed up with underground music legend Somatik who is busy forging new musical forms that can only be described as afro edwardian junglist glitch
With a cast of Dean Rehman, Sule Rimi and John Norton, directed by James Williams - this will be one memorable night. Tickets are limited, so don't delay
The expedition is supported by Arts Council Wales, Chapter, Sherman Cymru, PRS and 10 Feet Tall
You'll never get out of the boat
Heart of Darkness : feb 10th - 12th, 16th - 20th. 8pm at Ten Feet Tall, Church St, Cardiff
Tickets from Chapter : £12/£8/£6 |
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Friday, January 29, 2010 |
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