Òran

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 award-winning visceral piece of contemporary theatre is a collaboration between Wonder Fools, ‘a blazing powerhouse of invention and activity’ (Scotsman) and the acclaimed hip-hop artist Owen Sutcliffe with music by VanIves, creating an urgent and entertaining modern retelling of the classic Greek myth Orpheus.

Originally staged in Edinburgh Fringe 2024 for a sold-out run in partnership with Pitlochry Festival Theatre and Pleasance Theatre.

Òran is part of the Traverse's £1 Ticket Project.

Photo credit: Ruari Barber-Fleming, Design: Orlando B Lloyd

Supported by Creative Scotland’s Lottery Fund
The Traverse Theatre is funded by Creative Scotland and The City of Edinburgh Council.

Reviews

★★★★★ '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

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