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Salomé casts her spell

The Monastery is to host the first immersive dance experience in its ancient and sacred space

Salomé casts her spell
Immersive dance production at The Monastery

Alex MacArthur Interiors, EDIFICE Dance Theatre and Steven Moffett Productions have co-produced a re-imagined version of the original production of Salomé, re-created in Spring 2019 with support from Arts Council England, The Cockpit Theatre (London) and St Mary in the Castle (Hastings). The performance takes place in the medieval monastery in Conduit Hill.

The two lead dancers playing the roles of Salomé and the prophet

Enter the shadowy world of Oscar Wilde's Salomé and the lavish world of Alex MacArthur Interiors for a dance performance like no other. The experience transcends the boundaries; exploring themes of gender, sexuality, morality and death.

As you explore the the three storeys of the ancient 14th-century monastery, that has itself transcended both time and purpose, you will also explore the relationships between the characters of Oscar Wilde’s tragedy. Throughout the performance audiences are able to move freely within this incredible building, creating their own journeys into the tainted world of  Salomé while challenging their perceptions and identities within an evolving space.

The performance, called Transcendence, will take place on:

Spaces are limited for each performance so click here to book your tickets.

Source: Alex MacArthur Interiors and Steven Moffett Productions

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