CROWN / تاج at Dartington

DOORS OPEN AT 7PM, PERFORMANCE STARTS AT 7.30PM.

CROWN//تاج is the UK’s first touring production by Company Scheherazade combining classical Persian dance, contemporary dance, and Sufi movement to tell a story of displacement, identity, and body sovereignty to an original soundtrack of live classical music and electronica.

CROWN//تاج is a manifestation of female strength; it is an opportunity to reclaim what we lose through displacement. Using Persian miniatures, lived experience and the poetry of Forough Farrokhzad, the 3 lead dancers take the audience on a journey from determination through struggle to release. Finding courage, resilience, and joy along the way. 

Maria Tarokh directs this female-led production on its inaugural tour. The cast feature brilliant contemporary and classical dancers and virtuoso classical Persian musicians to bring you a moving, exhilarating, and energetic experience.

The performance is taking place in Studio 1, which has step free access. Parking is available at Dartington - you can find more details here. 

The performance is 60 minutes long with no interval.  It is suitable for 14+. There are no visuals that adults or children may find disturbing. The performance does deal with some adult themes and features some heavy bass. 

If you have any questions please contact companyscheherazade@gmail.com 

Co-produced by Dartington Arts and commissioned by Counterpoints Arts. Supported with funding from Arts Council England.