Half way between dream and cold reality, intricate miniature worlds with detailed figurines, shoe box style installations, turntables, micro-projection and immersive soundscapes share first-hand accounts, hopes and reflections about the impact of alcoholism. It is a poignant look at the weight carried by the community surrounding a person living with addiction. From its 2023 premiere at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival comes this intimate piece confronting the deadly culture of shame, ignorance and misunderstanding surrounding substance dependence.
SCOTLAND
Tortoise in a Nutshell, a Scottish puppetry company, creates visually engaging theater that tackles contemporary social issues. Known for its multimedia approach, the company blends puppetry with reflective storytelling. Their festival piece, Concerned Others, encourages audiences to reflect on the dynamics of modern human relationships and society.