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For centuries the concept of the hermaphrodite has been shrouded in mystery, and feelings towards them have ranged from prophet to freak. Inspired by the true story of Herculin Barbin, Saah Leaver brings us a remarkable story of the struggle of an individual born between genders. Raised as female in the bittersweet safety of a nunnery, the young Herculin's true identity as a hermaphrodite is discovered when she falls in love with a girl. Forced to move to the city, she is pushed to the fringes of society and the dark, seedy underworlds and freak shows of 19th century Paris. Herculin's poignant and enchanting story is performed with humour, passion and pathos by Sarah Leaver, weaving her own evocative, poetic writing with a dynamic physical performance and Jason Pegg's new musical score.

Cast/Performers

Sarah Leaver, Denise Evans, Jason Pegg

Creatives/Company

Author: Sarah Leaver
Director(s): Denis Evans, Tanushka Marah
Music: Jason Pegg
Lighting: Martin Chick

Memoirs of a Hermaphrodite

Memoirs of a Hermaphrodite (Play) production archive for QTIX code T0810917733. Details of all Memoirs of a Hermaphrodite archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S0902705854

Archive Listings

15 Mar 11 to 16 Mar 11	Unity Theatre Liverpool, Merseyside Performance Details => Venue archive
10 Mar 10 to 27 Mar 10	Ovalhouse Inner London, Greater London Performance Details => Venue archive

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