Boys Don’t Dance is a poignant dance theatre show by acclaimed disabled artist
Marc Brew, reflecting on his lifelong journey defying societal
expectations to embrace his love for dance. Combining movement with BMX
and wheels, storytelling, lighting and an uplifting 80s soundtrack –
alongside visual projections and animation, creating an immersive
experience for audiences. Boys Don’t Dance celebrates individuality and
the liberating power of dance, encouraging audiences to embrace their
unique passions and find strength in their differences. Commissioned by
Imaginate and Aberdeen Performing Arts, supported by OneRen.
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Enhanced Performances - Boys Don't Dance
A signed performance is a performance that incorporates sign language interpretation for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing and use sign language to communicate.
Signed Performance Language: Largely International Signing as well as some British Sign Language
Signed Performance Position: Integrated into Performance
Signed Performance Interpreter: Peter Dobre
Performance Dates
Friday 7th August
Saturday 8th August
Sunday 9th August
Tuesday 11th August
Wednesday 12th August
Thursday 13th August
Friday 14th August
Saturday 15th August
Sunday 16th August
Tuesday 18th August
Wednesday 19th August
Thursday 20th August
Friday 21st August
Saturday 22nd August
Sunday 23rd August
Audio Described performances include an additional audio track that describes the visual elements of the production, including details of the movements of actors, costumes, props, scenery and lighting. These performances may be beneficial for individuals who are blind or have low vision.
A limited number of AD Headsets will be available to book.
Audio Described by: Emma Jane McHenry
Performance Dates
Friday 7th August
Saturday 8th August
Sunday 9th August
Tuesday 11th August
Wednesday 12th August
Thursday 13th August
Friday 14th August
Saturday 15th August
Sunday 16th August
Tuesday 18th August
Wednesday 19th August
Thursday 20th August
Friday 21st August
Saturday 22nd August
Sunday 23rd August
Captioning performances involves displaying synchronised dialogue, lyrics and sound effects as text on screens or devices during live shows. This may be beneficial for people who are D/deaf or hard of hearing, people with learning disabilities and anyone who's first language is not the same as the language the show is performed in.
Captioning Type: Open, Creative Captioning
Performance Dates
Friday 7th August
Saturday 8th August
Sunday 9th August
Tuesday 11th August
Wednesday 12th August
Thursday 13th August
Friday 14th August
Saturday 15th August
Sunday 16th August
Tuesday 18th August
Wednesday 19th August
Thursday 20th August
Friday 21st August
Saturday 22nd August
Sunday 23rd August
Relaxed performances are designed to create a more relaxed environment for people to enjoy theatre. These performances can be a great experience for individuals with disabilities, sensory sensitivities or anyone who would benefit from a relaxed environment. They offer a relaxed atmosphere, sensory adjustments, and trained staff to provide a comfortable experience.
Relaxed Performance Provides: Permission to move around and make noise
Relaxed Performance Show or Character Introduction Available
Performance Dates
Friday 7th August
Saturday 8th August
Sunday 9th August
Tuesday 11th August
Wednesday 12th August
Thursday 13th August
Friday 14th August
Saturday 15th August
Sunday 16th August
Tuesday 18th August
Wednesday 19th August
Thursday 20th August
Friday 21st August
Saturday 22nd August
Sunday 23rd August
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