Òran (Ullapool, Macphail Centre)

'Theatre as it ought to be - exciting, visceral, challenging and filled with entertainment'     Fringe Review

Combining spoken word, lyrical storytelling and a pulsating electronic live score, this is the thrilling story of Òran and his journey to rescue his best friend from the Underworld. Should he arrive there, Hades might grant him the chance to lead his friend home…but at what cost?  

This award-winning visceral piece of contemporary theatre is a collaboration between Wonder Fools, ‘a blazing powerhouse of invention and activity’ (Scotsman) and the acclaimed hip-hop artist Owen Sutcliffe with music by VanIves, creating an urgent and entertaining modern retelling of the classic Greek myth Orpheus.  Performed by Robbie Gordon.  

Wonder Fools (WF) is an award-winning socially engaged theatre company committed to creating high-quality, socially relevant theatre that broadens access to the arts for underrepresented communities, particularly young people.  

Òran was originally staged in Edinburgh Fringe 2024 for a sold-out run in partnership with Pitlochry Festival Theatre and Pleasance Theatre.  Read this review from Oran's debut at the Fringe 2024

Audience feedback:

“Absolutely spellbound by this. Totally maniacal, electric and heartbreaking.” - Chloe Ann Tylor

“Wow Wow Wow, truly a masterpiece, amazing.” – Katrina Smith

“Absolutely blown away by the performance yesterday, in tears. Just so beautiful and engaging. My heart…the music…everything…bravo” - ninjakahlo

Director: Jack Nurse

Writer: Owen Sutcliffe

Performer: Robbie Gordon

Music: VanIves & Ben Deans

Lighting Designer: Benny Goodman

Video Designer: Heather Scott

Technician: Cécile Segura

Production Manager: Suzie Normand

PLEASE NOTE REDUCED ADULT TICKET PRICE IF ACCOMPANYING A YOUNG PERSON:

Tickets £15 full price / £12 concession / £5 under 18 / £5 adult if accompanying a young person

Suitable for all ages 14+.  Warnings: flashing lights, strong language, and adult themes: online addiction, loneliness, bullying and suicide.

Doors will open at 7.10 for the performance at 7.30. Please arrive in good time to be seated before the show begins.