Temper Theatre Home – Last night Neva and I were invited along to Norwich Playhouse to watch Temper Theatre’s HOME.
Following an international tour in China, Temper Theatre are bringing their highly acclaimed production HOME to Norwich for the first time.
HOME uses Temper Theatre’s signature combination of physical movement, revolving sets, innovative staging and cinematic technique to confront climate change and investigate themes of belonging, memory and relocation, accompanied by original music composed by Dave Price (National Theatre, RSC, Gecko).
Addressing the urgency around environmental issues and climate change, HOME uses the at-risk landscape of East Anglia’s Fenlands as a foundation for this compelling journey battling the elements and time.
We follow Imogen as she returns to her childhood home, confronting vivid visions of a haunted bygone wilderness to reconnect with the beauty
and hope that lies beyond the tangled recollections of our past.
What Did We Think of Temper Theatre Home?
The show is only one hour long, with no interval, and it packs so much into that one hour, it leaves you feeling quite stunned!
The acting and dance were excellent from all involved, and the moving set transported you from Immy’s younger years through to the tragedy spectacularly.
The remarkable cast, comprising Malin Kvist, Jack Bentinck, Genevieve Felder, Zoe Villiers and Eden Harbud work hard together, creating this ultimately very moving tale.
However I wished it was longer, it left you with lots of unanswered questions, there was so many different threads, that it felt like you could have three or four performances, expanding on each storyline…..
The set and lighting combined together to create an eerie, setting, reminding me of early morning dog walks out on the Broads.
The entire piece gives an amazing overview of the climate crisis and it is clear that the director Finn Morrell had personal experience to draw on, which made the entire performance feel so real and genuine, leaving a lasting impression on all that have watched HOME.
Home is only showing for two performances at Norwich Playhouse, but if you are quick you might be able to get a ticket for tonight, CLICK HERE