The Forest

The Forest was a multi-sensory spectacular for audiences with profound and multiple learning disabilities and their companions.

Toured 2015

Trapped in lives filled with daydreams and loneliness, Thea and Robin both crave an escape from their everyday routines.

One day they are drawn into the dark and mysterious forest and find themselves on an unexpected journey of self-discovery filled with surprising encounters and experiences that change their lives forever.

A musician in a suit and hat plays guitar on stage, facing an audience seated in a semicircle. The scene is viewed through leafy plants, with green lighting creating a vibrant atmosphere.

In preparation for your visit to The Forest you can look at the visual story.

Three people sit closely together, smiling and laughing behind hanging green vines. The setting is cozy and warmly lit, with the greenery adding a playful touch to the scene.
Three people are joyfully interacting; two women in the foreground are giving each other a high five, while a man sits nearby smiling. The background is decorated with leafy greenery.
A young woman with curly hair sits in dim light, looking intently at a round, white surface illuminated by hands in front of her. She wears a pink top and patterned scarf. The scene feels focused and contemplative.

Original Concept

Lucy Garland & Amber Onat Gregory

Devising Team

Lucy Garland, Amber Onat Gregory, Al Watts & Kate O’Connor

Lucy Garland
Artistic Director & Performer

Amber Onat Gregory
Artistic Director & Performer

Kate O’Connor
Associate Director

Al Watts
Performer, Composer & Sound Desing

Stephanie Williams
Set Designer

Sue & Aysegul
Childcare

Dhugal Harrison
Stage Manager & Technician

Dave Sherman
Lightning Desing

Katie Miller
Guest Director