The Race Marc Brew
A MOVE Commission, co-commissioned by The Ark, Dublin Dance Festival and Arts & Disability Ireland
World Premiere
UK
A fun, interactive and inclusive adventure through the colourful world of Aesop’s Fables
Thu 18—Sun 21 May 2023
An exciting new dance piece for children aged 4+ inspired by Aesop's Fables, presented by The Ark, Dublin Dance Festival and Arts & Disability Ireland.
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Price
€15 full price / €12.50 conc.
Previews €10 (no conc.)
Concession price available for adult/child tickets purchased by senior citizens, the unwaged, those in receipt of disability benefits, third-level students and Dance Ireland members.
How long?
45 mins (no interval)
For ages 4+
For schools bookings, please contact The Ark.
Meet The Maker – Marc Brew, Fri 19 May, 4pm. FREE. Booking required.
From the show
From acclaimed international choreographer, Marc Brew, The Race entwines three of Aesop's Fables to create a fun, interactive and colourful world of animals, puppets, theatre and movement.
Cheer with our cast of animals as the Tortoise and the Hare set off for the finish line, join the Grasshopper in gazing with fascination as the Ants collect food for the winter ahead, and root for the little Mouse as she faces down the mighty Lion! Watch as their journeys unfold through beautiful movement and dance, and share in the lessons they learn along the way.
Presented by a cast of disabled and non-disabled dance artists, all performances will have integrated ISL and are also accessible without captions thanks to the show’s highly visual style. Audio description and touch tours will be available for every show but will require advance booking. Every performance is relaxed in nature, offering an inclusive audience experience that is welcoming to children who are neurodiverse.
Read more about the MOVE Commission.
Find out more about the show from the team behind The Race in these short videos.
Credits
- Concept & Direction Marc Brew
- Choreographer Marc Brew in collaboration with the performers
- Performers Caoimhe Coburn Gray, Florent Devlesaver, Helen Hall, Rob Heaslip
- Assistant Director Rob Heaslip
- Producer Kelly Phelan
- Set and Costume Alyson Cummins
- Lighting Designer Suzie Cummins
- Composer and Sound Designer Tom Lane
- Puppet Designer Caoimhe Dunne
- AV Designer Kilian Waters
- Production Manager Sean Dennehy
- Stage Manager Clive Welsh
The Race is a MOVE Commission, co-commissioned by The Ark, Dublin Dance Festival and Arts & Disability Ireland.
