Heartland was a collaborative performance with Candoco Dance Company and acclaimed author Nicky Singer (Feather Boy). Exploring a story of imprisonment and freedom, and the longing for the lands of home and heat. Heartland is based on the Minotaur/Icarus legends.
Commissioned by WITHOUT WALLS.
Supported by Arts Council England.
Images by Ben Hawley, video by Pedro Machado.
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“The concept and performance are really beautiful”
Bradley Hemmings, Artistic Director GDIF Festival
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