Overview
Mara Menzies
Ancient mythology and modern storytelling collide in a contemporary exploration of the legacy of colonialism and slavery by award-winning Scottish Kenyan storyteller Mara Menzies.
A dying mother gives her daughter a box containing three clues to a priceless treasure. This sets in motion a journey filled with humour and tragedy that considers the importance of ritual, identity and belonging.
***** “ The word ‘storytelling’ can’t quite portray the fullness of the experience that you have.”
MumbleTheatre.net on The Illusion of Truth
***** “ Mesmerising performance storytelling”
EdinburghReporter.com on The Illusion of Truth
Creative Team
Writer and performer: Mara Menzies
Director: Isla Menzies
Dramaturg: Francesca Da Silva
Producer: Independent Arts Projects
Oct 01
RT @crer_scotland : 💥🥁🥁🥁💥 Our new website for Scotland's Black History Month 2020 launches today! Listings, resources and more. If you'd lik…Oct 01
Just created a story for @FERAL_Arts about the wonderful Pyrosia arborealis for an exciting project later this year. It is an imagined plant. Challenge for linguists...what characteristics do you think this plant may have?Performances
Scottish Storytelling Centre
43-45 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1SR
- Aug 1
- Aug 2-26 (not 12, 19)
- Aug 13