Róisín O'Brien Dance

Parliament of Ghosts (2022)

A stairway that disappears into darkness. Abandoned meeting rooms littered with municipal remains. A flutter of wings.

Creatures flit in and out of sight, weaving through distorted spaces, their motives unclear. A gathering commences in the grand debating chamber: a final dance for the end of days.

Choreographer Róisín O’Brien and Composer Rowan McIlvride present a stunning collaboration that takes over the Old Royal High School during the day and culminates in an immersive evening performance of dance and a specially composed live soundscape. Specially commissioned by Hidden Door Festival.

Choreography and Direction: Róisín O’Brien
Composition and Performance: Rowan McIlvride
Choreography and Performance: Jorja Follina, Rachel Laird, Jemma Stein, Malcolm Sutherland
Projections: Trenchone
Lighting Design: Andy Gannon
Costume Design: Maike Venzlaff Ruiz
Footage: Max Crawford
Supported by Creative Scotland and Dance Base

Available for touring: please use the contact form to enquire.