Combining spoken word, lyrical storytelling and a pulsating electronic live score, this is the thrilling story of Òran and his journey to rescue his best friend from the Underworld. Should he arrive there, Hades might grant him the chance to lead his friend home…but at what cost?
This visceral piece of contemporary theatre is a collaboration between Wonder Fools, ‘one of Scotland’s most exciting new companies’ (Scotsman) and the acclaimed hip-hop artist Owen Sutcliffe in partnership with Pitlochry Festival Theatre & Pleasance Theatre with music by VanIves, creating an urgent and entertaining modern retelling of the classic Greek myth Orpheus.
Winner for Best Debut at The Skinny and Fest Mag Bestie Awards.
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Award
“Performed with terrific intensity”
★★★★
Joyce McMillan, The Scotsman
Òran poster
The poster design for Òran by Orlando B Lloyd. Photo by Ruari Barber-Fleming.
AUDIENCE REACTIONS
Listen to what our audience members in Pitlochry Festival Theatre thought of Òran.
Filmed by Ruari Barber-Fleming.
We caught up with audience members at Pleasance Courtyard (Baby Grand) to hear their reactions after experiencing Òran.
“A complete immersive experience” – ★★★★★ Sinners Review
“An electric one-man tour de force” – ★★★★★ The Arts Dispatch
“Passionate ferocity” – ★★★★ Joyce McMillan, The Scotsman
“An electrifying, sound-led ride down into the underworld” – ★★★★ Theatre Weekly
“A sincere tale told with passion and impressive athleticism.” – ★★★★ Edinburgh Fest Mag
“Highly effective” – ★★★★ Fest Mag
“An electric and electrifying piece of theatre” – ★★★★ The Wee Review
“An epic, hip-hop-influenced poem” – ★★★★ The QR
“A provocative, immersive creation” – ★★★★ The Arts Desk
★★★★ Entertainment Now
★★★★ The Students News
AUDIENCE REACTIONS
“Super brilliant whirlwind of an hour of the best live scored spoken word!”
“A gripping performance by Robbie Gordon”
“Incredible score and sound, an entrancing, intense solo performance from Robbie Gordon. Big thumbs up from me.”
“Oran is full of beautiful lyricism, poetry and storytelling”
“Words and poetry I could eat up with a spoon”
“Lads, I live for takes on a myth, and Òran is a phenomenal take on a myth. The imagery, the poetry, the ambition.”
“Very cool, very imaginative, performed with incredible commitment and energy. Fans of spoken word theatre – this one is for you”
“Equal parts cheeky and sonically captivating. Oran is a must see this Fringe”
“Oran by Wonder Fools is full-throttle beast of a show. Great to see new Scottish work with such swagger from one of our most impressive companies” – Kieran Hurley
Writter: Owen Sutcliffe
Performer: Robbie Gordon
Director: Jack Nurse
Music: VanIves & Ben Deans
Lighting Designer: Benny Goodman
Technician: Cécile Segura
Marketing: Serden Salih
Press & Publicity: Michelle Mangan
Òran is created by Wonder Fools in partnership with Pleasance Theatre, Pitlochry Festival Theatre and Edinburgh National Partnerships.
