Plastic Drastic Fantastic

A new dance show exploring our complex relationship – from the molecular to the planetary – with all things plastic.

Plastic. Is it friend or foe? Remarkable or rubbish? Helpful or harmful?

Plastic Drastic Fantastic is a contemporary dance theatre work for children and their families which explores our complex relationship with plastics – the fantastic possibilities they offer, as well as the drastic consequences to the environment.

Drawing from South Asian dance techniques, the artists explore plastics and the dangers of their misuse through intricate movement, gestures and play infused with interaction with the audience. The processes and stories underpinning this project have been steered by children and young people – who are at the heart of the research for this work – created in collaboration with material scientists at UCL. The show initially was co-produced with Polka Theatre.

Plastic Drastic Fantastic is an inclusive experience, accessible for D/deaf young people and children.

The show toured venues across the UK in 2022 and 2023.

Please see below for 2024 tour dates. For more information please contact info@akademi.co.uk.