Originally commissioned and developed by the Bush Theatre and following two successful runs, Menier Chocolate Factory and Kindred Partners today announce that Anoushka Lucas’ award-winning Elephant will run in a reimagined new production for a limited season.
Following a sold-out run in the Bush Theatre, writer and performer Anoushka Lucas reunites with original director Jess Edwards.
At school, Lylah couldn’t ask questions – she had to be good, good, good or else she’d lose her scholarship. At home she couldn’t ask questions; her cousins said she talked weird, and her parents were distracted. Then, a piano came through the sky and landed in Lylah’s council flat, just for her. As she poured over the keys and sound flooded into all the rooms, Lylah fell in love.
Now an adult, Lylah is swept up in the excitement of a new romance and a budding music career. But something still doesn’t feel right. In a search for answers, she turns to her piano. Where did you come from? Why are you here? The unspoken truth of their shared history spills into the light.
Menier Chocolate Factory from 22nd May – 28th June.
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