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Plastic Drastic Fantastic (Sensory Adapted)
April 7 @ 2:30 pm
£10 – £14
Produced by Akademi, Plastic Drastic Fantastic explores our complex relationship with plastics – the fantastic possibilities they offer, as well as the drastic consequences to the environment.
The artists investigate plastics and the dangers of their misuse through intricate movement, gestures and play in this work choreographed by Subathra Subramaniam.
Akademi makes vibrant, fascinating, and meaningful South Asian dance. With care at the centre of all that they do, Akademi uses the compelling power of storytelling, rhythm and gestures to create deeper connections with each other and our wider world. Akademi has been the beating heart of South Asian dance in the UK since 1979.
Originally an Akademi and Polka Theatre co-production. 2023 grant for the origination with the new cast supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
Plastic Drastic Fantastic is a non-verbal dance piece and doesn’t include any spoken words. The artistic and technical team on the project worked closely with creative consultant for d/Deaf audiences Ramesh Meyappan in the development of the show.
About the event
This performance is Sensory Adapted (SA).
A Sensory Adapted performance is designed to be more accessible for audiences with sensory sensitivities. This may include children, young people and adults with neurodivergence such as autism, learning difficulties or other sensory or communication needs.
Sensory Adapted performances have a relaxed approach to noise and movement in the space, and you are free to enter and exit during the performances. House lights will also be left on at a low level throughout the performance in order to make any movement in the space safer.
A chill-out space and noise-cancelling headphones are available for both adults and children. The company also makes adjustments to any lighting or sound effects, or moments in the show, that might be especially loud or sudden.
The capacity for this show is much lower with a maximum of 80 people in the space. Tickets are arranged to be booked in groups of two, three, four or five with additional seats and space left between groups to help contribute to a more relaxed environment.
If you need to book additional seats and there are no suitable groups of tickets available, email hello@southbankcentre.co.uk or call us on 020 3879 9555.
Plastic Drastic Fantastic is a non-verbal dance piece and doesn’t include any spoken words. The dancers use their bodies, expressions and gestural movements to guide you through the performance. This makes it accessible to a range of people, including d/Deaf and hard of hearing and non-English speakers or those with developing language and communication skills.
We know that some audiences like to know what to expect in the performance and a Sensory Adapted Performance Pack will be made available to all bookers in advance to explain the story and highlight lighting or sound effects or other sensory stimulating moments.
