Smack That (a conversation)

<p>Smack That (a conversation) </em>documents a participatory performance created with and performed by survivors of domestic abuse. Endlessly inventive choreographer Rhiannon Faith shines a light on this complex subject in an empowering performance highlighting human resilience.</p><p><br></p><p> Beverly is having a party and you are one of her guests. There are games drinks shared conversation energetic dance and heartbreaking moments as she bravely gives a raw and honest account of surviving an abusive relationship.</p><p><br></p><p>Each member of the all-female cast a close-knit group of non-performers and dance artists fearlessly takes on the persona of Beverly to convey turbulent real experiences. The unusual setting creates a safe space for them to reveal the challenges they have faced and celebrate their endurance with the audience. Faith's work with a support group at charity Safer Places underpins this show which seeks to raise social consciousness around domestic abuse by supporting women to openly talk about it.</p><p><br></p><p>The book also includes descriptions of the dances included in the piece documenting the work but also allowing it to be re-interpreted in future. </p>