
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

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