The Devil Danced in our Eyes. 

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A funny and moving show about family, sexuality and the internet told with original live music. A collaboration with theatre maker and singer-songwriter Jonluke McKie. This piece of gig theatre saw Jonluke performing in and out of character, encompassing storytelling, monologue, vocal experimentation and songs through the use of loop pedals. We worked closely with Simon Cole as a VJ creating live animation and AV throughout the piece. ​

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“This wee’un reminds me of you at his age, Sharron; he’s got the Devil dancing in his eyes!”

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Jamie was 15 when his Granda Frankie died, and his mum stopped coming out of her room. Left to his own devices he’s been spending more and more time online - scrolling through the digital realm of pixels, kilobytes and the occasional adult chatroom. But when he meets ‘Windsor_56’ everything changes.

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Combining theatre, original live music and animation The Devil Danced in Our Eyes is a funny and moving one-person show that explores sexuality and the effects of mental illness on a family.

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Creative Team

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Co-written & performed by Jonluke McKie 

Co-written by Allison Davies

Directed by Amy Golding

Live animation by Simon Cole

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Feedback & Reviews 

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“This is a multi-layered show that will sing, speak and loop itself into your consciousness.” Audience Feedback

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"It’s a chilling tale, paradoxically told with warmth, and you’ll hang on Jonluke’s every word."
Cultured North East Review

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The Devil Danced in Our Eyes toured the North of England in 2022 ending in Feb 2023 as part of LGBTQ+ History Month.

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