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art of heart
A work in progress performance/installation based on research
& development into the testimonies of heart transplantees.
Rachel Riggs - "I am interested
in the symbolism of the objects in the heart transplantees statements,
and how these objects represent the memories and habits and can
act as metaphors for this incredible experience in theatre. I wanted
the performances to be intimate with individual experiences, as
well as a group event in the whole installation. I have been interested
in the powerful imagery of the heart and its place in society for
a long time, and have created work shown here based on fairytale
imagery, carnivalesque worlds and cabinets of curiosities. This
is an ongoing project including animation, collage artworks, and
object assemblage."
Work created went on to be exhibited
at the Green Room, Manchester, and at the Royal Exchange studio
theatre, Manchester.
collaborators include
Chantal Oakes – digital animation
John Slater – maker & performer
Stephanie Ridings- director & performer
Verbal Vigilante – soundscape
Emily Hardy – student work placement
Many thanks
to Alice Booth & Matt Fenton at the Nuffield for this opportunity.
follow this link for Rachel's blog 'My
Bleedin Art'
Workshop Information
see Professional Development workshops in
the Education section of the site
Booking Details
| Ages |
Suitable for adults and young people |
| Running time |
20-30 minutes |
| Suitable venues |
arts centres |
| Technical information |
not available |
| Availability |
by negotiation |
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Immediate Audience
Feedback - "a very moving performance" "Challenging
imagery - superbly presented", "Intriguing",
"Strong subjects placed with
hard hitting images"
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