A Giant on the Bridge
A Giant on the Bridge reveals the intimate human experiences within the prison-homecoming journey in a compelling narrative-gig which fuses songwriting, Scottish hip hop & original storytelling.
About A Giant on the Bridge
Award-winning A Giant on the Bridge is a powerful fusion of songwriting, Scottish hip-hop and immersive storytelling. Hailed as “A work of art, and utterly charming” ★★★★★ – Lost In Theatreland, this unflinching and spellbinding gig theatre explores identity, family, community and injustice, revealing the intimate human experiences within the prison-homecoming journey.
Running time: 1h 20m (no interval)
Ages: 14+
Content warnings: The show contains strong language and references to domestic violence, sexual violence/harassment, the effect of imprisonment, and mental health issues.
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