Director Louise Barrett says, “According to official data Somerset has the largest number of transsexual individuals living in the South West. This is a real area of diversity and one that artists, schools and venues are keen to explore and understand. Luna is not just about gender, it is about acceptance, tolerance and understanding the wonderfully diverse world we now inhabit.”
Based on the award winning novel by critically acclaimed author Julie Anne Peters, Luna takes the audience on a delicate theatrical and dance evoked journey with Liam/Luna and his sister Regan, as they come to understand Liam’s true identity. Somerset based company ‘Pretty Good Girl Dance Theatre’ use their unique blend of storytelling, dance, film and physical theatre to take the story from page to stage and make it accessible and relevant to audiences on this side of the Atlantic.
Deb Holmes from Sexeys School said 'The subject matter of 'Luna' is one that is rarely covered by mainstream culture and media, and this show will allow audiences to consider the trans-gender issue in a way that is not exploitative or sensationalist.'
Take Art are among nine other UK wide organisations championing the show; offering audiences a vital insight into the world of a transgendered teen. Please visit www.prettygoodgirl.com to find out about the whole tour schedule, which runs from February to May 2012.
Sexeys School in association with Take Art will be hosting the show on Thursday 1 March and tickets are available through www.takeart.org.
Press are also invited to attend, with interview and photography opportunities available on request.
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Note for Editors:
Press contact: Louise Monks 01460 249450, louise@takeart.org
To request a CD of images please contact Louise Monks. www.takeart.org
Take Art is a pioneering arts charity, serving the towns, villages and rural communities of Somerset. We do this by providing accessible opportunities for people of all ages to participate, experience and work within the arts.