‘Afloat Through Spoken Word’ will be performed at Unity Theatre in Liverpool on 6th November, will ask audiences to imagine what it would be like to be born into a country where their safety was at risk.
The unique event brings to the stage powerful real-life stories of asylum seekers, inviting the audience to step into their shoes and confront the daily struggles and challenges faced with every step. By experiencing their journey firsthand, the show aims to foster a deeper sense of empathy and compassion for those navigating the asylum process.
Members of Asylum Link have been empowered through training in all aspects of devising theatre, collaborating alongside industry professionals to bring this production to life. Together, they’ve crafted spoken word pieces that not only educates audiences on the asylum process but also highlights the importance of community cohesion and the transformative power of the arts. ‘Afloat’ is a response to the long term barriers asylum seekers face and theatre for change was recognised as an outlet allowing service users to articulate their voices alongside learning and fulfilling long term life goals.
“The stories were very real & told authentically from the heart” – Audience Member
“Although harrowing, succeeds in finding an optimistic outlook in the humanity that is discovered along the way, and feels like a glimmer of sunrise on the horizon” – Good News Liverpool
Content warning strong language, violence
This piece aims to educate individuals about the asylum process. Here is a link to the event: https://www.unitytheatreliverpool.co.uk/whats-on/afloat-through-spoken-word/