Last Rites
An ending. A beginning. A goodbye.
One man has twenty-four hours to perform his father’s funeral rites. This intimate, final ceremony brings to life a rich tapestry of shared memories and a complex relationship cut short by death. A powerful journey of love, loss, and what it means to be a parent.
Combining striking visual and physical storytelling with dynamic projection and a resonant soundtrack, internationally acclaimed theatre makers Ramesh Meyyappan and George Mann collaborate for the first time to create an epic non-verbal solo show.
Multi award-winning theatre company Ad Infinitum (Translunar Paradise ★★★★★ The Observer, Light ★★★★★ The Times) presents a bold new performance celebrating the transformative power of grief and ritual.
Presented as part of Manipulate Festival 2024, running from 1–11 February at venues across Edinburgh.
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Concessions £3 off
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Access
Last Rites is a non-verbal piece of theatre with no spoken words that is accessible to Deaf and hearing audiences.
The performance includes a soundtrack with heavy use of bass so that it can be felt by audience members who are both Deaf and hearing.
Capital Theatres aim to be accessible to all.
We are committed to making your visit to our theatres as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. All of our Front of House staff undergo disability awareness training and Dementia Friend Training and will be pleased to assist you should you require any information or help.
Credits
CAST & CREDITS
Co-created by Ramesh Meyyappan and George Mann
Deviser and Performer - Ramesh Meyyappan
Director - George Mann
Sound Designer and Composer - Tayo Akinbode
Video and Projection Designer - Chris Harrisson
Lighting Designer - Ali Hunter
Set and Costume Designer - Katie Sykes
Production Manager - Ed Borgnis
Stage Manager - Hannah Clare
Rehearsal room BSL Interpreters - Pascale Maroney, Chris Curran, Jacob Bevan and Sula Gleeson
Dramaturgical Support - Megan Vaughan Thomas, Ifẹ Grillo, Dr Paddy Ladd
Promotional videos - David Ellington
Trailer and photos - Camilla Adams
Last Rites is made possible through funding from Arts Council England and co-commissioned by Derby Theatre.
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