Why English?
CIRCUSPhysical theatre,Contemporary

Why English?

Presented by Vibhinna Ramdev · INDIA

Assembly George Square Studios · Studio Five
10 - 16 Aug
60 min · Age EIGHTEEN
100% available

7 performances tracked

About the show

An Indian woman questions her life in the post colonial era. English unknowingly forced on her, leaves her with an identity crisis. Questioned your identity? Come! Maybe you’ll find some answers. Inspired by personal experiences and interactions. Interactive set with beautiful fabrics. Powerful, engaging and great comic timing. Draws you in and leaves you feeling warm and wholesome. You are invited to life! World Premiere – Edinburgh Fringe 2023. Australian Premiere – Adelaide Fringe 2025. Grant recipient – Adelaide Fringe Fund 2025. Grant recipient – Adelaide Fringe Fund 2026. ***** (BingeFringe.com). ****½ (GlamAdelaide.com.au). **** (WeekendNotes.com). **** (Gareth Vile).

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Fleabag meets a contemporary dance piece exploring cultural identityA vibrant, interactive TED Talk on post-colonialism, but with fabrics and comic timingIf Trevor Noah's 'Born a Crime' was a one-woman physical theatre show

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