A nature reserve on the edge of Norwich is the inspiration and stage for a new production this month.
Limbik Theatre and Norwich Theatre are producing a new show, Edgeland, at Sweet Briar Marshes in between 29 May – 15 Jun.
The production is a nature tour that turns into a mystery, fusing factual and fictional responses to the Norfolk Wildlife Trust-run marsh, to create a quirky mystery of a young woman who disappeared years ago.
Audience members will be taken on a journey through the nature reserve, and through silent disco headsets will hear voices and sounds of the marsh past and present,
The show is set to feature immersive audio, live action, and choral movement, and is aimed at audiences aged 11 up.
Limbik co-director Sarah Johnson said: “Edgeland may be a Limbik show, but it really belongs to the hundreds of people who, through workshops, writing groups and discussions, have helped inspire it. We like to get out there and discover the show that our communities want us to make. There is an abundance of creativity in Norfolk and a great sense of connection to our landscape.”
Norfolk Wildlife Trust director of engagement Natalie Bailey said: “We’re delighted to be collaborating with Limbik on this project. This summer, we supported their community engagement and it’s been fantastic to welcome new faces to Sweet Briar Marshes. We’ve glimpsed dancers moving in the trees and helped children look for bugs to inspire their stories. We’re excited to be working with Limbik to create an experience that will deepen visitors’ connection with the reserve. We know this connection with nature is crucial for people to value and take action to support Norfolk’s wonderful wildlife.”
Limbik Theatre is an associate company of Norwich Theatre, and the production is part of their Beyond Stage performances.
- Tickets are £17 or £19 including a return bus from Norwich Theatre Royal to the marsh, available from norwichtheatre.org
