Drawing from circus, stand-up and live art, Contra is a solo-cabaret of contradictions. Fierce, witty and uncompromising, this highly physical show interrogates personal, social and historical occupations of the female body and explores, literally, where such bodies are positioned and how we are meant to look at them.
“Uncompromising, confrontational and thrilling” The List
Expect scenes of nudity, aerial acrobatics, and explicit references to mythical reptiles and female sexuality.
“She’s wry, humorous, sad and stern in turns. She is naked, literally and – through her confessional speeches – figuratively” The Circus Diaries
Returning after its sell-out run at Jacksons Lane in 2019, Contra is not to be missed.
“Gripping to witness, the audience is enthralled and absorbed in a compelling physical performance. Murphy’s ability as a circus performer is mesmerising to watch, but it is the boldness and honesty in her words that make Contra feels like a vital show” The Wee Review
Contra
Jacksons Lane
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We can’t wait to welcome you back into our building. Before your visit, please read over the below guidelines we are following to keep you, our staff and artists as safe as possible.
You will be required to wear a face covering while moving around the building, unless you are exempt for medical reasons.
We also ask that you continue to wear it in the theatre while watching the performance.
While seated in our café or bar you are welcome to remove your mask in order to enjoy your food and drink.
Our staff members will be wearing masks and will be on hand if you have any questions or need help.
Hand sanitiser is available around the building. Please do make use of it.
Please give the people around you lots of space. We recommend at least a one-meter distance.
We encourage audience members to take reasonable precautions in relation to Covid-19, including regular lateral flow testing and following the most up-to-date advice from the government.
We can’t wait to welcome you back into our building. Before your visit, please read over the below guidelines we are following to keep you, our staff and artists as safe as possible.
You will be required to wear a face covering while moving around the building, unless you are exempt for medical reasons.
We also ask that you continue to wear it in the theatre while watching the performance.
While seated in our café or bar you are welcome to remove your mask in order to enjoy your food and drink.
Our staff members will be wearing masks and will be on hand if you have any questions or need help.
Hand sanitiser is available around the building. Please do make use of it.
Please give the people around you lots of space. We recommend at least a one-meter distance.
We encourage audience members to take reasonable precautions in relation to Covid-19, including regular lateral flow testing and following the most up-to-date advice from the government.
Event has ended
This event ended on Saturday 23rd of October 2021
This event ended on Saturday 23rd of October 2021
Admission
£14
£14
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