COMRADES IN THE DARK
An exhilarating and visceral portrayal of one man’s attempt to maintain his identity told through poetry, dance and Irish music.
"Comrades In The Dark is contemporary dance for both hearts and minds: Socially relevant, fiercely political and choreographically awe-inspiring." The Recs UK
H Blocks. Belfast. 1981. Bobby Sands embarks on hunger strike in pursuit of political status. On day 66 he dies. Nine other prisoners would die before the strike is called off.
This highly physical, contemporary dance explores the brutality and humanity within the poetry and prose, written in secret by Sands whilst behind bars.
Accompanied live by the traditional Irish drum - the bodhrán, and the voices of former Republican prisoners, this socio-politically charged show looks at themes of oppression, resistance and freedom, bringing to the forefront the historic and complex relationship between Ireland and Britain.
Supported by Streatham Space Project; Bobby Sands Trust; Brixton House; Barnsley Civic, using public funding from Art Council England. Sponsored by Féile an Phobail.
Directed, Produced and Choreographed by
Caitlin Barnett
Dancers
Former Prisoner Voices
Alternate Cast
Composer
Bodhrán player
Lighting Designer
Michael Kelland
Miles Kearley
Richard Pye
Sean Moss
Laurence McKeown
Colm Scullion
Rosie McCorley
Dakarayi Mashava
Naissa Nielsen
Jean Loup Pinson
Joe Danks
Charlotte McAdam