Tuesday 23 August 2011

Alchemystorium - Gomito

Name of company
Gomito
Name of show
The Alchemystorium
Genre
Theatre
Venue
Bedlam
Date
16th August

Review ****
A delightful piece of physical theatre without words.  A great use of movement, expression and connection with the audience.  Looks at friendships and changing dynamics.  Beautifully directed.  The set is a clever piece of design and works in various ways.  One point to note though, there was quite a bit of the action I missed as it happened on the ground and Bedlam Theatre does have a slight rake (but not really a steep enough one), so this production would either have to be performed on a stage, or in a venue with adequate raked seating.  The show will have a wide appeal to a multi-generational audience, but I would not recommend to anyone below 10.

It may be one of those shows that split the audience as there were about 6 walkouts, yet there was a standing ovation from some at the end.

There is sound throughout, and there are some more complex lighting cues, but I am sure this could be adapted to a rural touring rig.

CA @NEAT

Suitable / ready for rural touring?
Possibly
Would you book them ?
Yes
Would it be worth pursuing this company to consider work in the future?
Yes

1 comment:

  1. Spot On Sue

    delightful tho there are some sightline issues. A few naughty themes. But a 6 year old wouldn't get it, and 14 year old would squirm if their parents were there. That kind of naughty.

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