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THE CHOSEN HARAM

Performed on two Chinese poles this emotionally candid yet heartwarming story unfolds with gravity-defying tricks and extraordinary movement. 

The Chosen Haram deals with themes around sexuality, faith, addiction and connection. It tells the story of two queer men and their chance meeting through a dating app, portraying the highs and lows of their relationship and the barriers they face, both social and cultural, in seeking happiness and personal fulfillment. 

Running Time: 1 Hour

REVIEWS

★★★★
The Guardian 

"Dream-like"

★★★★

The Scotsman

"Brave, thrilling and poignant"

★★★★

The Stage

"A beautiful story, beautifully told. Mesmerizing"

AWARDS

Innovate Award

Scottish Emerging Theatre Awards 2021

ACCOLADES

Sold Out Premiere Runs At:

London International Mime Fest

Manipulate Festival Edinburgh

The Chosen Haram: Bio

CREDITS

Lead Artist/Performer:
Co-deviser/Performer:
Assistant Producer:
Circus Movement Consultant:
Dramaturge:
Lighting Designer:
Sound Design:
Rehearsal Support:
Costume:
Mentor:
Producer:

Sadiq Ali
Hauk Pattison
Vee Smith
Conor Neall
Rishi Trikha 
Jamie Heseltine 
Guy Veale, Kester Hands
Ockham's Razor
Cleo McCabe 
Al Seed
Flora Herberich

SUPPORT

Funding Grants:

Arts Council England

Creative Scotland

Residency Support:

Jackson's Lane

Assembly Roxy

Edinburgh Dance Base

Ockham's Razor

Summerhall Edinburgh

London Metropolitan University

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