Igniting fears and leaning into the surreal, Belinda combines British narrative with Eastern European flair; delving into the complexity of queer culture in a society that demands we be digestible. Intimate flatmates, Ruby and Rose, both at a crossroads with who they thought they were, meet for a devilishly revealing tarot reading. Their subconscious desires burst and scuttle through their attempts to resist… Belinda interrogates the bi+ experience through a kaleidoscope – the migrant experience of queerness, the weight of past relationships, queerbating, expectations both within and without the queer community. They need that space, but question their right to it. At times hysterically funny, intriguingly absurd, and brutally honest, Belinda is tribute to queer joy, and the euphoric pursuit of embracing yourself.
Press & Reviews
2022 Review by Sarah Brown from West End Best Friend, 3 stars:
“Reveals some beautifully nuanced ideas.”
“Belinda raises some important conversations about sexual and personal identity - and how entwined the two are, and also about the power of collective action.”
“Both character’s stories feel incredibly personal, and are told with great passion and authenticity.”
2022 Review by Terry Eastham from London Theatre 1, 3 stars:
“Edlyn and Nurmukhametova really threw themselves into their roles and were an engaging pair to watch and listen to.”
“Fascinating.”
“Intriguing.”
“Delves into the complexity of queer culture.”
Cast & Creative Team Written and performed by Amy-Rose Edlyn and Emilia Nurmukhametova
Co-directed by Lu Curtis
Oil Projections by Ruby Ingleheart
Lighting Design by Venus Raven
Sound Design by Vika Vinnikova, assisted by Dear Annie
Co-devised, developed and produced by the Bold Mellon Collective: Udoka Okonkwo, Youssra Manlaykhaf, Rachel Sampley and Maddie Mellon