Inside Giovanni's Room
Overview
Phoenix Dance Theatre presents Inside Giovanni’s Room, a captivating full-length dance production inspired by one of the most important novels of the 20th century, James Baldwin’s Giovanni’s Room.
Choreographed by Phoenix Dance Theatre’s Artistic Director, Marcus Jarrell Willis, this new production set in 1950s Paris brings James Baldwin’s profound narrative to life through the powerful medium of dance.
In celebration of what would have been Baldwin’s centennial year, Marcus Jarrell Willis masterfully re-imagines the iconic novel, delving into themes of love, sexuality, guilt, and self-acceptance—subjects that continue to resonate deeply today.
Inside Giovanni’s Room is not just a dance production; it is a poignant exploration of identity and the human experience, capturing the essence of Baldwin’s timeless writing.
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Creative Team
Choreography: Marcus Jarrell Willis
Music Composition: Marc Strobel
Stage Design: Jacob Hughes
Lighting Design: Luke Haywood
Costume Design: Melissa Parry
Dramaturgy: Tonderai Munyebvu
Photography: Drew Forsyth
Artwork design: Split Design
This show contains an abstract portrayal of sex and death and deals with internalised homophobia.
There are two entrances to the theatre, Kings Road Entrance (this is the taxi drop-off/collection point) and the Main Entrance.
Both level entrances have automated doors. These lead into the foyer area where you will find the Restaurant, Bar, Box Office and entrances to Stages 1, 2 and 3.
STEP FREE ACCESS
Northern Stage is fully accessible. The theatre has three lifts providing access to all parts of the building, including the accessible toilets, baby changing facilities, stages 2 & 3 and the backstage area. Buggy parking is available
WHEELCHAIR SPACES
There are five wheelchair positions in Stage 1, two positions in Stage 2 and all seats are removeable in Stage 3.
TOILETS
We have a Changing Places toilet in the Stage 1 lobby and accessible toilets in Stage 3 and Stage 2 lower entrance lobby. Gender neutral toilets are situated in the Stage 2 lower entrance lobby.
HEARING ENHANCEMENT
Induction loop system in all public spaces, and an infra-red system in all three stages. (In Stage 1 the induction loop is best covered in rows E – L).
ASSISTANCE
One free ticket for the assistant of a disabled person who is not able to attend unaccompanied.
BOOKING COMPANION SEATING
To book a free ticket for a wheelchair companion or an assistant, contact our Box Office on 0191 230 5151, via email at boxoffice@northernstage.co.uk or by visiting our Box Office in person.
GUIDE DOGS
Guide, hearing and all working dogs are welcome here.
SEAT ACCESSIBILITY
Stage 1: Seats are 43 cm wide, 41cm deep, with 46cm between arm rests. The aisleway is 51cm deep from the seat back. Arm rests cannot be removed.
Stage 2: Seats are 40cm wide, 41cm deep. The aisleway is 64cm deep from the seat back. There are no arm rests.
Our seats are rated to British Standards at installation and are guaranteed to hold up to 110kg.
More Information
To discuss any access needs, take a look at our access page or please call our Box Office on 0191 230 5151.