Play Details
Context
Artistic Director
Dominic Cooke
Dates Performed
Thursday 6th September 2012
Jerwood Theatre Downstairs
Play Details
Synopsis
A kaleidoscope of modern life, where moments of connection flicker amidst a sea of data
Love and Information, the landscape of contemporary human experience is dissected through a dazzling array of vignettes. From whispered secrets to virtual reality encounters, from scientific debates to intimate confrontations with mortality, Churchill weaves a tapestry of fleeting yet profound moments that capture the essence of life in the information age. As characters navigate the complexities of love, knowledge, and identity, the play becomes a mirror reflecting our fragmented, interconnected world.
Churchill’s innovative structure – over fifty scenes that can be performed in various sequences – brilliantly echoes the non-linear nature of modern existence. Her razor-sharp dialogue and minimalist style create a sense of urgency and immediacy, forcing audiences to confront the ways in which we process information and form connections. By turns tender, absurd, and deeply moving, Love and Information challenges us to find meaning in the chaos, reminding us of the enduring power of human connection in an increasingly digital world.
Cast & Creative
Cast
Nikki Amuka-Bird
Cast
Linda Bassett
Cast
Scarlett Brookes
Cast
Amanda Drew
Cast
Laura Elphinstone
Cast
Susan Engel
Cast
John Heffernan
Cast
Joshua James
Cast
Paul Jesson
Cast
Billy Matthews
Cast
Justin Salinger
Cast
Amit Shah
Cast
Rhashan Stone
Cast
Josh Williams
Cast
Nell Williams
Cast
Sarah Woodward
Designer
Miriam Buether
Lighting
Peter Mumford
Sound