Refuge Island is an exhilarating 20 minute dance performance that explores stories of female migration and the human capacity to offer a place of refuge.
As a lone woman appears on a pedestrian refuge island, images begin to flicker within the bollard and soon we hear why this brave woman was forced to leave her home. The audience is taken on a journey hearing stories from Ireland to Bosnia to Afghanistan. Created by Whispered Tales, choreographed by Lisa Simpson with a stunning performance by Olena Hrabchak, Refuge Island is a captivating emotive dance performance not to be missed.
Whispered Tales was formed in 2019 and are based In Liverpool with two artistic directors Esther Simpson and Steve Gibbs. The company deliver projects that shine a light on forgotten sites and people. They are known for their combination of visual flair and emotive cinematic sound design. They create a range of artworks from large scale installations, audio trails, light night illuminations and bespoke performances.
