Intimacy

Torque Show present, as a part of the 2014 Helium season - Intimacy.

Michelle Ryan started dancing when she was four years old, and went on to become one of the most celebrated dancers in the country.

At 30, at the peak of her career, she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis.

Although MS has irreparably damaged Michelle’s physical prowess, it cannot undermine a lifetime of physical artistry and creative expression. Michelle is unique.

In Intimacy, Michelle shares her most private thoughts and feelings in a very public way. As Michelle becomes increasingly vulnerable, she is both more isolated and more in need of the help of others. Who will take this dance with her?

Performed with a live score by Lavender Vs Rose, Intimacy is a fictional stage for Michelle’s real-life daily experiences; a world where highly awkward, absurdly humorous and deeply moving moments manifest in unexpected ways. And where other people aren’t sure where to look, and how to help.

Devised and created by Torque Show in collaboration with Michelle Ryan and Lavender vs Rose.

Directed by Ingrid Weisfelt and Ross Ganf.

Performed by Michelle Ryan, Vincent Crowley, Emma Bathgate and Simon Eszeky
Lighting Design John Ford.

**Auslan Interpreted show on Wednesday 13th August, 7pm followed by a 1 hour Q&A session with Michelle Ryan