Innovative, funny and thought-provoking solo dance theatre show 'Phrases' has been invited to Stockholm Fringe, help Lewys get there!
Firstly, thanks for taking a look at this campaign!
I'm Lewys, a choreographer and dancer based in Leeds.
'Phrases’ is a solo I created in 2018. It's a minimal, reflective piece that continually shape-shifts between PowerPoint presentation, dance performance, stand-up set, private conversation, and storytelling recital. Since the premiere in 2018, it has been performed at multiple venues including The Place Theatre, London and at Summerhall for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2019.
In 2020, my producer Dan and I had worked hard at booking a UK Tour and had received Arts Council England funding to subsidise the costs of the tour. The whole tour had to be cancelled due to the pandemic and I repurposed the Arts Council money for another project so it seemed like Phrases was going to be left forever despite the good reviews and the heartfelt comments from audience members with whom the piece resonated.
“Phrases is fun, eccentric and clever”
(Voice Magazine ★★★★)
"Unpretentious, honest and thought-provoking, Holt offers a wonderful study in overthinking.”
(Broadway Baby ★★★★)
In early 2022 I thought I would apply to some fringe festivals to see if I could bring the show back, and I did! Often in spaces that were less than ideal and often at a loss. I've had a great time performing the show in the UK and the audiences have again found it to be innovative, humorous, intelligent and touching.
I was recently invited to bring the show to Stockholm Fringe Festival which is where this crowdfunder comes in...
How can you help?
There is currently no funding for me to perform this show or for my travel and accommodation in Sweden.
I’m looking to raise £1000 to cover flights (London to Stockholm and back) a wage and per diems for me for performing the show for two nights and accommodation for the duration.
As you know, any support would be a great help in reaching this goal, however I appreciate that everyone's financial situation has massively changed in recent years.
Thank you for considering this and I wish you a wonderful day.
Lewys x
This project successfully funded on 8th September 2022