Ockham's Razor: Tess
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Classic literature and circus collide in Tess; a ground breaking adaptation of Thomas Hardy’s classic novel Tess of the D’Urbervilles.
An ensemble of performers weave together Hardy’s words and the extreme physicality of circus to tell this tale of power, loss and endurance.
Against a backdrop of projections, the cast wield wooden planks, climb shifting walls and move through ropes and swathes of linen to evoke the vast landscapes and interior worlds of Hardy’s Wessex.
Female relationships, sexual desire, consent, privilege and poverty; themes which resonate now as much as ever. See Tess as Hardy intended; strong, heroic and powerful.
Ockham’s Razor are a contemporary circus company who combine circus and visual theatre to make work that is arresting and entertaining.
Important information
Ticket prices: £10 - £25
Running time: 2 hours 30 minutes including interval
Concessions:
Friends – 5% off
Ambassadors, Supporters, Best Friends and Gold Friends – 10% off
Corporate – £2 off
U25s – £3 off band A and B only
Schools – £13 (1 x free teachers assistant ticket with every 10 tickets purchased)
Groups – 20+ 10% off, 40+ 20% off, 80+ 25% off
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Why not visit our restaurant…
Make your theatre trip extra special and dine in Prelude, a fresh and contemporary space inspired by the building’s art deco heritage.
With the hassle taken out, relax and enjoy our seasonal set price menu in Prelude. Your table is reserved for the whole evening, so you can enjoy your dessert and drinks in the show interval. Plus, Theatre Royal Friends can enjoy a 10% discount!
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Reviews
Physically thrilling
The Sunday TimesBeautifully human
The TimesThere’s something magical about Ockham’s Razor
Evening Standard
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