Dystopia is a dance theatre duet for the outdoors and unusual spaces that is performed in the round. This jaw-dropping and thought-provoking performance, is exploring the themes of our human need for connection and belonging, in opposition with our modern anxieties based on fear and violence. The piece speaks about the power balance in relationships. Striking physicality and an exciting soundscape take the audience on an intense and emotional journey. The show is ultimately a message of hope and a call for our common humanity. Featuring a fashion design twist, and acrobatics, this dance-theatre-in-the-round performance can be enjoyed by all.

Dystopia is suitable for outdoor arts festivals, outdoor public events, shopping centres and unusual spaces. We have been developing this performance since 2016, touring extensively across the UK and Internationally. Audiences of all ages, and walks of life can enjoy Dystopia from different perspectives in the round, as they attend an event or come across the spectacle by chance.

Information Pack

Technical Rider

Easy Read Guide

Audience Comments

Gender defying, circus-dance hybrid

Stephanie Brown (London Review)

Dystopia-another outstanding and hypnotic dance piece of the highest standard

Darren Haywood (Birmingham Fest)

An explosive and memorable outdoor dance duet."

Audience Member

Audio Description Links and Accessibility

Pre-recorded audio description files are available for blind and visually impaired audiences to listen to.

Please note that the show doesn’t contain any text or spoken word. All the storytelling is expressed through movement and physicality.

Touch Tours prior to the live performances are available (to be organised in advance between promoter and show director

Schools & Community Outreach

Email our Learning & Participation manager Kirsten for more information and to request a booking form.

Audio Notes

Audio notes (for listening before the show)

Full Synchronised Audio Description

Full synchronised audio description (for streaming or download to listen during the performance)

Show Credits

Director//Choreographer:

Johnny Autin

Dramaturg:

Neus Gil Cortes

Composer:

Richard Shrewsbury

Photographer:

Marcin Sz

Performers:

Johnny Autin & Laura Vanhulle

Production Assistant:

Annalise McIntyre

Producer:

Kirsten Tranter

Costume Designer:

Monika Jauneikaite

Upcoming Tour Dates

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