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THE ARRIVAL

Based on the illustrated novel by Shaun Tan. Directed by Kristine Landon -Smith; Scripted by Sita Brahmachari

 A Tamasha and Circus Space collaboration. 2013 UK tour: 21 March - 13 April

Dele plays a last game of football with his friends, says goodbye to his son and sets off on a voyage to a smog-filled metropolis across the sea.

Carrying only a small suitcase he embarks on a journey into the unknown. Others he meets along the way share his dream of building a home in a new city and being joined by their families. 

A moment of kindness in a sea of unfamiliarity… A long, hard day at work… 
A lively party… A nostalgic lullaby…

Based on the illustrated novel by Oscar winner Shaun Tan, one man’s tale echoes the many ‘arrivals’ happening around us all the time. This epic migration story unfolds through an extraordinary weaving together of theatre, circus and music.

Creative Team

Director Kristine Landon-Smith
Script by Sita Brahmachari
Designer Adam Wiltshire 
Choreography Freddie Opoku-Addaie
Visual Design Yeast Culture
Lighting Designer Andy Purves 
Composer Felix Cross 
Sound Designer Mike Furness  
Circus Consultant Glen Stewart

Cast

Charlie Folorunsho
Antonio Harris
Gisele Edwards

The Arrival has had further outings since its national tour, at Birmingham School of Drama (2021) and RADA (as “Home” 2023)