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Inspired by a dream, the revelations of whistleblower, Edward Snowden, and the debate surrounding state surveillance, Theatre Ad Infinitum brings to life a nightmarish future where the state is secretly watching citizens' minds... Light explores the horrors of state secrecy - all played out in darkness and fusing graphic novel and cinema-inspired sci-fi visuals with sound and physical storytelling... .A rare beast - science fiction for stage. Multi award winning Theatre Ad Infinitum presents a dystopian future where implants connect our brains to cyberspace and governments secretly infiltrate our thoughts. Intense darkness, torchlight and a stunning soundscape tell a story of love, betrayal, and technological power. World Premiere. Light is a co-commission with the London International Mime Festival and produced in association with Redbridge Drama Centre and The Lowry. Duration: 1hr 20mins. Suitability: 12+

Cast/Performers

Matthew Gurney, Kim Heron, Deborah Pugh, Shane Shambhu, Michael Sharman

Creatives/Company

Author: George Mann
Company: Theatre Ad Infinitum
Director(s): George Mann, Nir Paldi (associate director)
Music: Chris Bartholomew
Producer: Becki Haines (associate producer)
Stage Manager: Anna Hunscott
Lighting: Matthew Leventhall
Design: Fiammetta Horvat
Costume: Fiammetta Horvat
Dramaturg(s): Omar Elerian, Liran Fisher, Nir Paldi