Children & Families
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Due to unforeseen circumstances, we have unfortunately had to cancel the 6pm performance. We are contacting all bookers to transfer tickets to the 2pm performance or arrange a full refund.
£13 (£11 concessions)
£20 group of four family ticket - use promo code CHOTTO when booking
£15 group of three family ticket - use promo code CHOTTO when booking
50 minutes (no interval)
Suitable for ages 8+
How does war begin? And how does it end? It depends on who is telling the story.
Inspired by Akram Khan’s award winning final full-length solo XENOS, Chotto Xenos is a captivating dance production that takes young audiences back in time, exploring the often forgotten and untold stories of World War 1 colonial soldiers, in order to shine light on our present and future.
Reimagined by Sue Buckmaster, Artistic Director of Theatre-Rites and creator of the highly successful Chotto Desh, Chotto Xenos weaves together stunning choreography by Akram Khan, lighting design by Guy Hoare, costumes by Kimie Nakano, and tender and evocative visuals by Lucy Cash. Mounted on a set by Ingrid Hu, this family production incorporates Domenico Angarano’s stirring original music, inspired by Vincenzo Lamagna’s score for XENOS.
A work of incredible potency, of emotional and cultural depth that sings and surges with the confidence of an artist at the peak of his powers." ★★★★★ The Stage
A deeply moving work." The Wonderful World of Dance
CHOTTO XENOS FAMILY ACTIVITIES
Immerse yourself into the fun and try out our activities with your family:
CHOTTO XENOS ACTIVITY PACK
Image credit: © Jean Louis Fernandez
- Safety Information
The safety of our visitors, staff and students is our priority. Here's what we're doing to help keep everyone safe, and what you can do to help.
FACE COVERINGS
In line with government guidelines, all staff and visitors must wear a face covering when inside our buildings. Read our list of exemptions. Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue. If no tissue is available, use your elbow.
SOCIAL DISTANCING
Although it is no longer mandatory, we ask that visitors give people space where it is sensible or requested.
IF YOU'RE FEELING UNWELL
We will refund tickets to anyone that tests positive or is displaying symptoms of Covid-19 as long as we’re notified at least two hours prior to an event start time.
HAND SANITISER STATIONS
Hand sanitiser is available at regular intervals throughout our venues. We recommend you make use of these upon arriving and leaving our venue.
INCREASED CLEANING
The frequency of our cleaning throughout our venues has been increased, including toilets and other facilities.
CONTACTLESS PAYMENTS
We are able to accept both contactless and cash payments in our venues, though contactless payments are preferred.
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