Matilda Leyser

Matilda Leyser

Matilda Leyser is one of the most exciting of Britain’s new breed of aerial-theatre performers. She uses a combination of dramatic and circus techniques to create powerful contemporary performance imbued with warmth, wit and personality. The Times described Lifeline as "a revelation - beautifully conceived and timed to perfection".

"Line, Point, Plane", is Matilda’s new full-length solo piece by which combines physical theatre with circus aerial skills, dance, original writing, music and design. The project brings together an exciting and highly-respected team of collaborators from the world of theatre and dance including Annabel Arden, Annie Castledine, Bryony Lavery and Rosemary Lee. 'Line, Point, Plane' has been commissioned by London International Mime Festival, ROH2 at the Royal Opera House and The Helen Hamlyn Trust and Pegasus Theatre.

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