England
by Tim Crouch

Name: England
Brand: Tim Crouch
SKU: 9781840027990
Rating: 3.36 (62 reviews)

Highlights

British

What readers are saying

Readers find 'England' to be a powerful and disturbing exploration of various forms of transplantation. Many are surprised by its boldness and depth, despite initial reservations about the style. The emotional resonance and innovative performance style leave a lasting impression on the audience.

Powerful and disturbingBold and touchingInnovative performance styleNot for everyone due to style

Synopsis

"The patients like to look at the paintings.

It helps them to feel better about their illnesses."

The grateful recipient of a heart transplant travels 4000 miles to thank the widow of the donor and to present her with a very special gift.

But much more than a life has been lost.

Written and performed in art galleries, England tells a compelling story for our times - a disturbing tale of transactions and translations, of culture and commerce, of one thing being placed inside another without thought for the consequences.

Presented by two guides, it is a tour to the end of the world.

England was first performed at the Fruitmarket Gallery, Edinburgh, in August 2007.