PERFORMANCE art and drama collide next week as Accidental Theatre presents the world premiere of Gordon Osram's Funeral, part of Imagine Belfast's Festival of Ideas and Politics.
Developed from an original script by Dave Kinghan and described as "a dark and daring immersive exploration of culture, art and identity", this multimedia play is based on the life and work of the titular, internationally-renowned performance artist.
With a career spanning more than three decades, Osram has spent the last few years out of the spotlight.
Now, the reclusive Osram has now crafted his own 'funeral': an exhibition celebrating his career and resulting in an original performance piece – one last great work of art.
Audiences will find themselves in a performance retrospective tracing the path of the elusive Osram's life and work, featuring videos, photographs, 'interventions' and interactive exhibits.
"It’s not just a question for artists, but for all of us: how do we want to be remembered? What is our legacy?," comments director Richard Lavery.
"The script explores issues around identity, and challenges us to consider: what stops us from being the fullest version of who we are? What makes us self-censor? Why are we often embarrassed to be ourselves?
"Is it basic instinct, or social mores?"
: Gordon Osram's Funeral, March 14 to 19, Riddell's Warehouse, Ann Street, Belfast. Visit Accidentaltheatre.co.uk or Gordonosram.com for more information.
