Dance Without Movement

Dance Without Movement is a dark and comic[1] play by Sophia Rashid. Commissioned by Peshkar Productions, a group that aims to experiment with young British Asian theatre,[2] it is a one-woman piece focused on Zuleikha, a British Asian woman of Pakistani descent who is in the midst of a cultural divide [3] Directed by Jim Johnson (theatre-maker/musician), the play went through two tours: a 2007 one that was local to Oldham and saw Zuleikha played by Poppy Jhakra[4] Poppy Jhakra, actor, Casting Call Pro and a residency at the 2008 Edinburgh Festival Fringe[5] which saw Yamina Peerzada take on the role.

Synopsis

Dance without movement is a one woman play where Zuleikha explores her identity. She has reached adulthood and has been a part of many communities up until now. Her Pakistani background and Muslim faith are at odds with her English upbringing. Amidst a sea of confusion Zuleikha must try to unravel her true identity.[6]

References

  1. ↑ http://www.ethnicnow.com/detail.asp?article=1275&cate=5
  2. ↑ http://www.festmag.co.uk/archive/2008/93678-dance_without_movement
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  5. ↑ http://www.oldham-chronicle.co.uk/news-features/8/news/12389/writer-sophia-showcased-at-the-fringe
  6. ↑ http://www.oldham-chronicle.co.uk/news-features/8/news/12389/writer-sophia-showcased-at-the-fringe

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