Voice. Sealed. Shut.

Show Overview

Our latest Research and Development Scratch production, "Voice. Sealed. Shut." A cast of writers explore the theme of expression, free speech, and the power of their voices in an era of censorship. Under the guidance of Associate Director Courtney Hayles and Dramaturge Christopher Brown, the cast worked tirelessly to craft their own unique storylines, each connected to the overarching theme.

Over the past six months, the cast met weekly, participating in workshops to shape their performances. Drawing inspiration from the essay format, each artist portrayed a university student racing to complete their end-of-year assignment amidst life's interruptions.

Check out more about this production below:

Breaking the Silence: Inside the artistic process of Voice. Sealed. Shut

Voice. Sealed. Shut. Full Show

Show Review

CREATIVE TEAM

Director: CourtsWrites @courtswrites
Assistant Director / Dramaturge: Christopher Brown @christopher.p.brown
Producer: Shako Diesa
Composer: Louis Cross
Additional vocals: CourtsWrites
Film and editor Rhys Fagan @rhysalexandermedia

Cast: Madison French @madimfrench / Kao Hove @kaotiii / Seth Conor Fullwood/ Kamran Sajid @kamransajid_ / Princess Arinola Adegbite @pabitez / Leyla Barakat @superwoman_leyla

A special thank you to Ascension Church, Hulme for providing rehearsal and performance space.

This project was supported by @youngidentitymcr @aceagrams and National Lottery Community Fund.

VOICE. SEALED. SHUT.