Inspired by the importance of divination practices and art in many parts of Africa as a tool for dealing with life, the Divination Palace is a multi-sensory performance and installation in which the participants share a contemporary ritual reflecting their divination.
The show premiered on May 15th at Theatre Principal d’Olot (Catalonia) and is looking to tour to indoor and outdoor locations.
The creative team for this project were:
Jim Parris – Lead Artist (UK)
Xumo Nounjio, Composer, musician (Catalonia/Cameroon)
Anthony Missen (Company Chameleon) Creative Director (UK)
Kadafi Mulula (Company Chameleon) Performer (UK)
Josh Tomalin, Production Manager, Lighting Designer (UK)
Maggie Clarke, (XTRAX) Producer (UK)
Other creative collaborators who have developed the project include Dr Olu Taiwo (University of Winchester), Director Charles Lauder, Painter/Visual Artist Josephe Cocles, and Designer Tommy Scribbles.
Commissioned by
Theatre Principal d’Olot
Produced by XTRAX
Funded by Arts Council England
R&D for The Divination Palace supported by 101 Creation Centre, Manchester International Festival and Arts Council England
