Blood of a Poet
One of the true classics of the cinema and a key work of Surrealism, Jean Cocteau‘s first film Blood of a Poet (1930) is an aesthetic tour de force consisting of a series of episodes and imaginary events.
Exploring the technical capabilities of film to magically transcend time, the strange and disturbing images and trick photography represent Cocteau’s unique view of “the poet’s inner self”. Cocteau’s combination of visual poetry and theatrical camp makes this a rich, fascinating and enigmatic film. Charlie Barber‘s new score is performed live by four musicians.
Music + direction: Charlie Barber
Musicians: Nick Williams (oboe), Aibhe Smythe (violin), Alison Lambert (bass clarinet), Hugh Wilkinson (percussion)
Technical support: David Abra, Earl Barton, Matt Davison
Recording engineer: James Clarke, Ty Cerdd studio
Administration: Helen Bowler
Marketing: Stephan Stockton
Calendar
29.10.06 | CARDIFF | Chapter Arts Centre |
01.11.06 | CRANBROOK | Queens Hall |
03.11.96 | AMMANFORD | Miners Theatre |
04.11.06 | LEICESTER | Phoenix Arts |
05.11.06 | NORWICH | Arts Centre |
07.11.06 | LLANTWIT MAJOR | St Donats Arts Centre |
09.11.06 | ABERYSTWYTH | National Library of Wales |
10.11.06 | HOLYHEAD | Ucheldre Centre |
15.11.06 | PORTSMOUTH | New Theatre Royal |
16.11.06 | SWANSEA | Dylan Thomas Centre |
17.11.06 | MOLD | Clwyd Theatr Cymru |
18.11.06 | SHEFFIELD | Showroom |
19.11.06 | BASINGSTOKE | Central Studio |
02.12.06 | LONDON | Barbican Cinema |
With the financial support of: Arts Council of Wales, Esmée Fairbairn Foundation


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