23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
New show in Newport explores the concept of being different
The interactive theatre piece, A Brief History of Difference, will be performed at The Place on September 12 and 13.
The show, presented by performance collective Das Clarks, is aimed at anyone who considers themselves different and those curious about diverse experiences.
The show delves into themes of identity, labelling, and belonging through conversation, questioning, and personal narratives.
It is led by DAR, a 55-year-old queer, neurodivergent performer, who transitioned into the arts at 50 after a career in social work and research.
A Brief History of Difference is a collaboration involving director and choreographer Jo Fong and illustrator and community artist Becky Davies.
The show is a co-production between Das Clarks and The Riverfront, Newport, supported by the Arts Council of Wales/Wales Arts International through the Wales in Edinburgh Fund.
Night Out is supporting the production on September 12.
The Place, in Newport City Centre, has been transformed from the old post office beneath Ritzys Nightclub into a creative community space by Tin Shed Theatre Co, alongside various artists and organisations.
The venue was developed following extensive community consultation.
Tickets for A Brief History of Difference are available from The Place.
