DISAPPEARING ISLANDS

produced by Once Off Productions

funded by the Arts Council

With one foot in the waters of the Atlantic, Disappearing Islands explores the deep influence of the sea on this coastal community, from times past to the present day. Here, the ocean is a powerful life-giving force but one that is also associated with tragedy. Through a series of songs and dance choreographies, the play explores our contrasting emotions associated with the sea. In doing so, it touches on themes of environmental and personal loss and ultimately asks if the sea can save us from ourselves.

Funded by the Arts Council. Supported by Mayo County Council and Creative Ireland Mayo.

Creative Team

Composed by Ellen Cranitch

Written by Tom Swift

Directed by Jo Mangan

Featuring Naomi Louisa O’Connell, Isabella Oberlander, Sarah Ryan, and CODA

Choreography by Isabella Oberländer and Sarah Ryan

Costume Design by Sinead Lawlor

Sound Design by Daragh Dukes

Music Consultancy Naomi Campbell

Stage Manager Michael Greene

Sound Engineer Kevin Hughes

Script Advisor Sorcha Hegarty

Producer Maura O’Keeffe

Line Producer Tara Clarke

Dates

16-18 Sept: Belmullet Tidal Pool, Mayo

Photos by Colm Hogan

“There is the physical light of the sun glimmering on the water, or going down on the horizon, but there is also a metaphysical light. Over the past couple of years, it has been a beacon of hope and a literal lifesaver from a community point of view.”

- Ellen Cranitch on Disappearing Islands for The Irish Times