“When the system starts crumbling all sorts of mythical thinking starts to emerge…”

ODYSSEY

The Abbey Theatre - Nuneaton

September 2024, 4 performances

Created by Dauntless Evolution

Directed by Jacob Whitehorn

When unnerving visions of his past threaten to consume Alex he must go on a journey of self discovery to find hope lost long ago. In this vivid new production containing stories of ancient myths passed down through human history, searing visions of the future and a battle for survival Dauntless Evolution use a whirlwind of movement, song and bold visuals to ask the question when the future is so uncertain what can we truly rely on? 

‘ODYSSEY’ was especially developed for Creative Explorers in partnership with GRIT Collective, supported by Nuneaton & Bedworth borough council, and Arts Council England.

For a year leading up to the creation phase the Dauntless team engaged with local schools and colleges across Nuneaton, conducting workshops introducing our practice to local young people and discovering what is important to the town’s future generations. These conversations and experiences formed the basis for the show.

Creative team

Director: Jacob Whitehorn

Designer: Jess Watson

Sound Designer / Composer: Ellie Isherwood

Production Manager / Lighting Designer: Alex Bevan

Dramaturgical Support: Millie Haldane

Producing Support: Jack Bentinck

Devised and performed by:

Ellie Evans

Charlie Hendren

Lewis Noble

Hebe Salmon

Nat Speight

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