Mortal Yarns

Off the Twig invites you to join them in a celebration of what it is to be mortal and to ponder this question…’How does our relationship with death shape our approach to life?’

True tales, fables and poetry are beautifully interwoven with shadow theatre visuals and music, all interspersed with opportunities for informal discussion over tea and cake.

Mortal Yarns shines a light on the one thing that truly connects us all…

Click below for an audio poem “Let’s talk about death”:

Audience feedback…

“People rarely get the chance to broach this difficult subject in such a sensitive and beautiful way.”

“A wonderful piece that is relevant to everyone.”

“Go and see it now!”

“Do go and you will be pleasantly surprised by how the performance will lift your spirits in these strange times of Covid19.”

Three words…

An audience was asked to use three words to describe their experience of Mortal Yarns. Here are some of the words they shared…

Heartfelt Deep Connecting Profound Thoughtful Moving
Sensitive Innovative Rich Full bodied Magical Beautiful
Poignant Imaginative Courageous Essential