Trapper
Do we live in a prison or a playground?
Using slam poetry and demanding physical agility, the performers make their arguments from within the body of the machines - simultaneously asking, “Are we in control or being controlled?” Trapper investigates the complex relationship humans have with the systems we embrace, inhabit and fight against.
Arena Theatre Company has a fifty-year history of creating innovative works for young people. Created by Christian Leavesley and Jolyon James, with writing by playwright Angus Cerini and poet Emilie Zoey Baker,Trapper is aimed at young adults (14+).
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Incredible!
It was amazing!
Great performance! Poignant and clever. Thank you.
Arena again manages to nail the current sociological happenings. Great imagery and reminder of the traps of technology.
Loved this show. The poetry was modern and the physical show was a joy to watch.
Really innovative and visually exciting show A+
brilliant.
A memorable and thought provoking show.
But I did not appreciate the last minute change in entry arrangements which completely destroyed for me the pre-show pleasant anticipation moments.
Amazing, and my 14 year son related brilliantly to it!
Brilliant - Totally Relateable to Now - Philosophical - Existential perspective of The Entrapment of Fast Technology Vs the Slower, Deeper Yearnings of Authentic Soul. More Please!!
This was an extraordinary experience . Script, direction and performance all brilliant. Thanks to all for your amazing talents.
An interesting experience. Not my cup of tea, but enjoyed it nonetheless.
Insightful view of what the future holds for us as a result of technology. Stunning visual effects. Slam poetry at it's best.
Brilliant, evocative & emotionally stirring performance, encapsulated in contemporary thoughts we are perhaps often blasè to. Thank you.
Physical and peoetic, authentic and relevant while being original and unique
It was interesting and different, enjoyed it very much, thank you
Interesting collaboration of physical theatre and poetry! Lots of food for thought in this entertaining performance!
So universal and actual at the same time. Amazing visual and acoustic effects. Skilful performers
Interesting poems and some swift dance steps on show
very original ...
contemporary style & subject matter ...
exploring modern technology and how society traps us into certain modes of thinking
sometimes without us being consciously aware of it ...
energetic performers moving cubes & cardboard objects around to depict life like structures ...
reciting poetry ...
a wonderful & unique experience ...
Very good performance,
Interesting concept. Was entertaining but wouldn't like it to be longer. Looked a little lost times and lacked direction at parts.
Visually captivating. Perfect soundscape. Insightful, thought provoking poetry. Performers with personality. Wonderful experience, thankyou.
Thought provoking
poignant, thought provoking, interesting sculpted action, modern poetry with great commentry about our society.
Unique, clever and innovative, happy we had the opportunity to see this show. Thank you OTH.