Find the epic in the tiny from the perspective of an acorn.
An extraordinary journey through a busy forest. Experience a story told from the perspective of an acorn; the hectic forest floor, thrumming underworlds, and dazzling heights of icy branches. Discover bizarre larger than life fungi, connecting creaking tree roots, and majestic guardians watching over a delicate cycle. Join three storytellers as they lead you through an enchanting experience like no other.
Breathe explores the inner workings of trees, all beautifully realised through a combination of puppetry, detailed sets, and live camera work. Underscored through a truly unique blend of thumping Drum & Bass and live ethereal folk songs. Find the epic in the tiny in this celebration of trees, nature, and finding space in a buzzing community.
Recommended for ages 5+.
Supported by Arts Council England, Gulbenkian Arts Centre and A+E Lab.
Breathe is touring in 2023 & 2024. For touring enquires, please email:
touring@halfastring.co.uk.
An extraordinary journey through a busy forest. Experience a story told from the perspective of an acorn; the hectic forest floor, thrumming underworlds, and dazzling heights of icy branches. Discover bizarre larger than life fungi, connecting creaking tree roots, and majestic guardians watching over a delicate cycle. Join three storytellers as they lead you through an enchanting experience like no other.
Breathe explores the inner workings of trees, all beautifully realised through a combination of puppetry, detailed sets, and live camera work. Underscored through a truly unique blend of thumping Drum & Bass and live ethereal folk songs. Find the epic in the tiny in this celebration of trees, nature, and finding space in a buzzing community.
Recommended for ages 5+.
Supported by Arts Council England, Gulbenkian Arts Centre and A+E Lab.
Breathe is touring in 2023 & 2024. For touring enquires, please email:
touring@halfastring.co.uk.
Breathe EP
Creative Team
Story, Designer & Performer: Peter Morton
Writer: Louisa Ashton
Dramaturg & Guest Director: Emma Willatts
Performer: Emily Essery
Performer: Darcey O'Rourke
Drum and Bass: Suitman Jungle
Songwriter: Avi Simmons
Assistant Director 2023: Rori Endersby
Guest Puppetry Director: Elaine Hartley
Initial Devising Team: Nick Halliwell
AV Designer: Boyd Branch
Assistant Director 2022: Ellie Levine
Lighting Design: Jack Weir
Technical Support and Re-lighting: Thomas Blake
Costume Dyeing: Lidia Witts
Workshop Assistants: Hatty Edwards & Nick Willis
Illustration: Caleb Simmons
Story, Designer & Performer: Peter Morton
Writer: Louisa Ashton
Dramaturg & Guest Director: Emma Willatts
Performer: Emily Essery
Performer: Darcey O'Rourke
Drum and Bass: Suitman Jungle
Songwriter: Avi Simmons
Assistant Director 2023: Rori Endersby
Guest Puppetry Director: Elaine Hartley
Initial Devising Team: Nick Halliwell
AV Designer: Boyd Branch
Assistant Director 2022: Ellie Levine
Lighting Design: Jack Weir
Technical Support and Re-lighting: Thomas Blake
Costume Dyeing: Lidia Witts
Workshop Assistants: Hatty Edwards & Nick Willis
Illustration: Caleb Simmons
Read along to the background soundtrack below:
Breathe Social Story
For those who might find a theatre experience a little daunting.
SPOILERS AHEAD
SPOILERS AHEAD
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Environmental Data:
Creation and Development of Breathe Emissions Total: 110 kg CO2e
Calculated from materials, light, sound and projection usage in 2022
Breathe 2023 Tour Estimated Total (50 shows): 4.75 t CO2e
Show Power: 1003 kg CO2e
Accommodation: 998 kg CO2e
Team Travel: 1101 kg CO2e
Van Travel of Set and Equipment: 1653 kg CO2e
Creation and Development of Breathe Emissions Total: 110 kg CO2e
Calculated from materials, light, sound and projection usage in 2022
Breathe 2023 Tour Estimated Total (50 shows): 4.75 t CO2e
Show Power: 1003 kg CO2e
Accommodation: 998 kg CO2e
Team Travel: 1101 kg CO2e
Van Travel of Set and Equipment: 1653 kg CO2e
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Seedling
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The first part of Breathe is Seedling. Launched during the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic this mini series saw a small seedling explore a strange empty world. This launched our YouTube channel with the making of videos, workshops, and the mini series.
In a 3-part mini-series a young seedling tree puppet leaves the forest, lured by a strangely empty world. Half a String are bringing you their brand of stunning intricate puppetry and atmospheric live music. With driving vocals from singer/songwriter Avi Simmons and earthy D&B from Suitman Jungle; this unique musical collaboration accompanies the puppet adventuring through uncharted terrain. |
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