David Glass Ensemble & Topi Dalmata THE BRIDES

Jacksons Lane

Tue 24 > Sun 29 Jan UK Premiere

Seven women in bridal gowns awaken in cocoons in the Palace of Survival. Watched over by the Death Bride they wait for a groom who never comes as we witness the four seasons of a woman’s life.

The Brides is a riotous celebration of misbehaviour, tenderness and power, of love, greed, death and rebirth, co-produced by David Glass Ensemble with Margherita Fusi & Silvia Bruni of Topi Dalmata, Italy. Its influences include Pina Bausch, Mamma Mia, the Marx Brothers, Garcia Lorca and Frida Kahlo. The international cast of performers is directed by David Glass, a major figure in physical theatre for four decades.

Tue 24 > Sun 29 Jan Tue - Sat 7.30pm, Sun 3pm

After-show discussion: Sat 28 Jan (BSL interpreted)

Runs: 70 mins/no interval Age Guidance: 15+ (Contains nudity, flashing lights, smoke and swearing) £18/£16 + booking fees. Tel: 020 8340 5226. See pages 39-41

Watch the video and book through mimelondon.com

David Glass Workshop: 4 > 5 Feb See pages 36-38