Optical Fraud Theatre Company

25/07/2018

Remember this page? The hiatus is over. Back in 2018 with the One Man Show. A collection of shorts. Loads of new stuff, including a flashy website and blogspace.

21/03/2017

BETRAYAL 2017 //// DERBY THEATRE

Lekan Lawal's Betrayal is a hugely complex watch for the theatre spectator. A considered distance is placed between the performer and audience creating an overwhelming sense of omniscience.The theatre’s tricks are left in the wings as the landscape of the performance is arranged by the performer amongst an incredibly visceral and technical illustration of life. The company inhabit a deeply metaphoric court to do battle amongst Pinter’s conversational work. The motifs present within the text are explored in a way that engages the spectator in thought. Stage design is transparent, with suggestions of 80’s Britain, however this is confronted with modern sound. There is a blatant awareness of the Mise en Scene that is unlike anything I’ve seen in the past. This version of Betrayal is seemingly relevant anywhere in the last 100 years. The three lead roles are supported by an unnamed multi player that supports the dialogue. This is a pronounced convention that reminds us of the disposable attitudes present in Emma, Jerry and Robert. Betrayal has been all over the world in the last 30+ years defining the work as a well-known piece of theatre. I’m absolutely thrilled that Lawel has brought the work to Derby, as I believe the piece will be well received here amongst its student and working inhabitants.

There is a real sense of risk present as we are submerged directly into the dialogue. We are left clueless throughout the first 10 minutes as very little is revealed. The conversation here foreshadows the piece and invites us to relive the emotional journey of our three frustrated characters. As the performance unfolds we are exposed to a grand structure of stage space that induces a state of conversational warfare. This work demonstrates an impressive technical toolkit, including live video and moving structures. The three lovers are necessary to one another, working as an efficient ensemble they expose characters that are both relatable and tangible. Even though the design and staging is sufficiently postmodern, there is a real sense of empathy. An absolute must see for those who can make the trip to Derby Theatre. Directed by Lekan Lawel, a man just as honest and forthcoming in real life as his work manifests itself on the stage.

For more information about Betrayal at Derby Theatre, go to:

https://www.derbytheatre.co.uk/betrayal

Emma and Jerry meet two years on from the end of their adulterous affair. Emma has betrayed her husband Robert. Jerry has betrayed his best friend Robert. But Robert has secrets of his own.

18/03/2017

Calling all film and production students! 🎥
We're looking for a new member of our team to work with us on a series of short videos. 🎭
The role will require some experience with a camera and in the production suite. 🎬
Working with us will offer you: new exposure, skills and good experience for your CV. We're strong team and we carry one another every step of the way. 🕺🏼
As of this season we are working with a zero budget manifesto and therefore this would be an unpaid role. 🏋🏻‍♀️
If you're interested in finding out more about us, the project, or the role just send an email to;
[email protected]

Thank you for reading and please share to friend's that this may be of interested too. 👫

11/11/2016

11/11/2016

With the uploading of a new Facebook banner. We are marking the beginning of our next production!
With production roles reversed - we hope to breath new life into Optical Fraud with another original text.

More to be announced soon, plus the warning of a title change.

Stay tuned for more regarding 'THE OTHER WOMAN'

20/08/2016

09/06/2016

Another awesome review from my friend William Stratford! A brilliant write up that gives insight into the production, thank you very much!

I recommend you have yourself a read!


https://bumonaseat.wordpress.com/2016/06/02/ah-gym-lads/

TRANS TATUM Derby Theatre, Thursday 2nd June, 2016 This brand new piece is written by the cast of two, namely Fatih Goksu and Andy Mandoiu. Fresh and funny, it examines the objectification of me…

09/06/2016

Here is a lovely review of our most recent production titled 'Trans Tatum' - thank you to the lovely Hannah Powell X



http://hannahsthoughtsontheatre.blogspot.co.uk/2016/06/trans-tatum-optical-fraud-theatre.html?m=1

http://hannahsthoughtsontheatre.blogspot.co.uk/2016/06/trans-tatum-optical-fraud-theatre.html?m=1

09/06/2016

Ayup Gecko Theatre nice to see you!

03/06/2016

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