A hundred years from now, an astronaut named Chris travels through space on the search for a new world for the human race to call home. She’s alone, save for two companions: a passive aggressive operating system and a plant name Terry.
Created and performed by Rachel Perks and directed by Bridget Balodis, Ground Control is a dark, dystopian, experimental comedy about violence, technology and all the different ways we’re stuffing up the planet.
"Every element of the production is worthy of mention. Matthew Adey and Amelia Lever-Davidson’s set is the perfect contained world for this claustrophobic drama. Marcel Dorney’s sound design gives us a clear sense of the AI-driven world of the ship, but with just enough of a hint of the uncanny to keep us aware of the precarious situation of our main character. Costumes by Zoe Rouse and even hairstyles add tantalising texture to this world." - Georgia Symons, ArtsHub
Creator/Performer: Rachel Perks Performers: Emma Hall, Kai Bradley, Emily Tomlins and Catherine Davies Director: Bridget Balodis Dramaturg: Daniel Schlusser Design: Matthew Adey (House of Vnholy) and Amelia Lever-Davidson Sound Design: Marcel Dorney Costume Designer: Zoe Rouse Producer: Mark Pritchard Video Content: Arie Rain Glorie
Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre, 189 High Street, Northcote, 3070, View Map
189 High Street , Northcote 3070
Ground Control by Rachel Perks and Bridget Balodis; image by Sarah Walker
Performance Dates
4 - 14 May 2016
Venue
Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre
189 High Street, Northcote
Duration
60mins, no interval