A Graceful Act of Stupidity by Tom Roden (2019) trailer 1

Tom Roden draws on his experience across art-form as theatre-maker, comedian, choreographer and dancer in his beautiful new duet for Candoco. This is a piece that promises to make us laugh a lot and maybe even shed a tear too. In his guise as comedian, Tom is particularly keen to play with archetypes - he enjoys usurping people's expectations and encouraging audiences to question the way they perceive the world.

Join our two flight attendants as they take you on a journey that slips seamlessly between the everyday and the poetic. Brace yourself for a playful, yet poignant ride on this most unusual aeroplane, fast-propelling you towards the inevitable.

Danced with charm and cheek, the two performers interweave delicious full-bodied dancing with spoken word, gestural detail and British Sign Language.

This masterful choreography is a microcosm of joy and pathos.

A Graceful Act of Stupidity is your entire life in a moment. It’s time to check-in.



Directed by: Tom Roden
Created with and performed by: Annie Edwards and Jemima Hoadley
Designed by: Will Holt
Music by: Christopher Preece
BSL consultancy: Deepa Shah
Running Time: 16 minutes
Suitability: All ages

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