March 2013 — April 2013
The Arrival
Based on the illustrated novel by Oscar winner Shaun TanTamasha and Circus Space present. In association with The Nuffield Theatre
A moment of kindness in a sea of unfamiliarity… A long, hard day at work… A lively party… A nostalgic lullaby…
Carrying only a small suitcase, Dele plays a last game of football with his friends, says goodbye to his son and embarks on a journey to an unknown smog-filled metropolis across the sea.
Based on the illustrated novel by Oscar winner Shaun Tan, one man’s tale echoes the many ‘arrivals’ happening around us all the time. This epic migration story unfolds through an extraordinary weaving together of theatre, circus and music.
2023 Tour: Southampton, Coventry, York, Newcastle and London.
Creative Team
Script by Sita Brahmachari
Directed by Kristine Landon-Smith
Designer Adam Wiltshire
Choreography Freddie Opoku-addaie
Visual Design Yeast Culture
Lighting Designer Andy Purves
Composer Felix Cross
Sound Designer Mike Furness
Circus Consultant Glen Stewart
