Eternity In An Hour
Eternity in an Hour is an exploration of the life and genius of revolutionary artist and poet William Blake, who is recognised today as one of the greatest artists Britain has ever produced.
This vibrant touring production, written by Tim Bruce and devised by the ensemble, brings William Blake’s unique visionary genius vividly to life onstage by interweaving biographical scenes with his poems, paintings and imagery; including a re-staging of William Blake’s controversial 1809 exhibition (Tate Britain 2009). The show incorporates live music, singing, physical theatre and contemporary dance - Blake’s story in his own words.
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SYNOPSIS
Blake is born into an earthly world of 18th Century London, yet one filled with spirits and angels and the indomitable power of the human imagination. As he grows to be a man, he battles against poverty and the social wrongs of industrialised England. He masters the arts of drawing, painting, engraving and poetry to become a revolutionary hero, rousing up the artistic youth of London to throw away artifice and be true to their own imaginations.
Featured characters
The Bard
William Blake
Catherine Blake
Mrs. Boucher
Rev. Mathew
Jerusalem
Sir Joshua Reynolds
Angels
Specifications
Type of show
Actors’ theatre in English, suitable for all ages
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Running time
70 minutes
Actors on stage
7 actors and musicians play nineteen roles.
Minimum technical requirements
8 x 6 m stage space, two wings, mains electricity, but can even be performed on smaller stages, Fly tower, sound system.
Lighting
Full lighting rig with high powered projector.
Get in
Access is required from 10am on the day of performance.
Set Strike time
One hour.
Cost
On request.
people
Author
Director
Original Cast
The Bard/Sir Joshua Reynolds/Wolf - Victor Vertunni
William Blake/Dog - Tim Bruce
Mrs. Boucher/Fox/Jones/Angel - Nicolette van 't Hek
Robert/musician - Leo Vertunni
Catherine Blake/Jerusalem/Angel - Monia Giovanangeli
Angel/Cat/Sarah Boucher/Lady - Marja Merisalo
Percussionist/Basire/Rev. Mathew - Carl Johan Häggman
Original music
Victor Vertunni
Andreas van Engelen
Tim Bruce
Deborah Eckman
Carl-Johan Häggman
Musicians
Leo Vertunni
Carl Johan Häggman
Stage and lighting design
Choreography
Monia Giovanangeli
Marja Merisalo
Costumes
Marianne Schulz
