Icarus at the Edge of Time

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T0342198031 (SOUTHBANK10) European Premiere. Suitable for ages 7+Performer David Morrissey (narrator). Adapted by Brian Greene. Adapted by David Henry Hwang. Music Philip Glass. Conductor Marin Alsop. Company London Philharmonic Orchestra.
4 Jul 10	Southbank Centre, West End :: V423 listing details L188182987

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Kids show :: Film, music and science collide in this classic myth set in outer space. Icarus at the Edge of Time is a futuristic reimagining of the classic Greek myth set in outer space, about a boy who challenges the awesome power of a black hole and discovers the devastating reality of Einstein's theories. These two family-friendly performances bring to life Brian Greene's stunning book for children. The performance features a cutting-edge film by Al + Al, and a brand new score by Philip Glass performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra and conducted by Marin Alsop. Narrated by actor David Morrissey, who has starred in Doctor Who!