The Bounce

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"a very special production"

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The Bounce toured specialist schools and arts venues in Autumn 2014 and Spring / Summer 2015.

Developed with support from Ockham’s Razor this new multi-sensory and highly interactive show is created for Autistic and disabled young people who experience the most barriers to access (sometimes labelled as having profound and multiple learning disabilities) aged 3-19.

Using trampolines, video projection and live music with a Middle Eastern flavour we explore bounce in all its forms from gentle to exuberant, carefully adapting our performances to the specific requirements of each audience member.

A performer wearing a backwards cap sits next to a young audience member on a trampoline. Both are looking excitedly at something out of frame.

Performer bouncing on trampoline while young audience member is sat cross-legged smiling. To the left of the trampoline are two other performers.

A performer in a black and white striped top and shiny pink leggings sits on a trampoline. An audience member sits in front of her smiling with arms raised.

"This sort of work requires a huge amount of adaptability and ability to think on your feet and is a very long way from playing a role in a scripted play."

The Stage

"Carefully devised activity that values its young participants."

Reviews Gate

"My son had a magical experience today and not only was he 'allowed' to be himself but his individuality was encouraged and celebrated. I found it emotional and beautiful to watch him be immersed in such a creative and loving environment. THE BOUNCE is a very special production"

Audience feedback

"I have honestly never seen my son as excited and happy as I did today at your show THE BOUNCE. It was a truly special experience for him and one that I don't think either of us will ever forget."

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Production credits

Bob Griff Fender

Bounce Ellie Griffiths

Spring Rachel Bird

Jump Tom Jones

Boing Maya Youssef

The Voice Mark Foster

Skip (Stage Manager) Deanne Jones

Writer & Director Tim Webb

Designer Claire de Loon

Music by Max Reinhardt & Maya Youssef

Associate Director Ellie Griffiths

Movement Direction Charlotte Mooney from Ockham's Razor

Lighting Design Jack Knowles

Screen Design Nik Ramage

Feldenkrais Consultant Louise Coleman

Educational Resources Vicky Hagerty

Advisory Teacher Andy O'Connor

Video Artist Paul Williams

Photography Neal Houghton

Graphic Design Paloma Hernández Santos

Production Team Alison Alexander, Gareth Howells, Rachel James, Holly Murray, Alice Rose Searle, Hannah Sharp, Ana Zolotuhin

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