Constriction

A Japanese bullet train. A woman. And a baby hatch.  

Inside the train, we hear two voices talking about a woman who headed West to give up her baby. Sometimes serious, sometimes playful, they discuss the implications. But the more they talk, it seems, the less there is to say. And who are they, really?  This experimental work is a surreal exploration of motherhood and identity, using sound and movement to explore the pain of facing reality.  

Written by a poet-and-translator who has lived in three different countries, the piece also transcends cultural boundaries; she draws inspiration from her Japanese heritage while delving deep into a universal theme.

Developed at Dublin Fringe Festival Studios. 
Supported by Dublin Fringe Festival’s Weft & Break New Ground initiatives, the Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon & Pan Pan Platform at Dublin Fringe Festival.

IMAGE: Kalina Leonard