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Experience the thrill of adventure with 'Skydive', a masterful exploration of dreams, connection, and the extraordinary human spirit. This brand new trade paperback dives deep into the poignant tale of two brothers, Morgan and Daniel, as they rekindle their relationship through the exhilarating quest of skydiving. Written by Talonbooks and designed for performance in a unique theatrical format, 'Skydive' transports readers to the realm where imagination meets reality. The narrative artfully juxtaposes lighthearted nostalgia from the 1980s with high-stakes moments filled with lucid dreams and surreal experiences as Daniel faces his fears.
The play is specially crafted for diverse audiences, performed by an able-bodied actor alongside a differently-abled actor, emphasizing inclusivity and understanding of the disability experience. Utilizing innovative technology, 'Skydive' offers a visually stunning spectacle that captures the essence of flight and liberation.
Whether you're an adventure enthusiast, a lover of heartfelt narratives, or simply curious about extraordinary human experiences, 'Skydive' is a must-read. Grab your copy today and soar into a world of limitless possibilities!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780889226388
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2010
Publisher: Talonbooks
Description:
Skydive explores the world of dreams and imagination: the universal human desire to push beyond our physical limitations and to fly.Having grown apart after a traumatic and de?ning moment in their youth, two brothers reconnect to fulfill a life-long ambition to go skydiving. Morgan (a feckless schemer who has recently reinvented himself as a counsellor) arrives on the doorstep of Daniel (a housebound agoraphobe), offering to help “liberate” his brother by administering his newly invented technique of “Paratherapy.” Convincing Daniel to face his fears by pursuing their long abandoned childhood dream of jumping from an airplane, the brothers begin a series of misguided training exercises to prepare for their adventure.Yet we realize that something is being subverted as we watch the comedy rooted in a lighthearted nostalgia for their youth in the 1980s give way to a high-stakes adventure in a surreal environment of lucid dreams and startling visions occurring in the final seconds of a freefall adventure gone horribly wrong.Commissioned by Realwheels, a Vancouver-based theatre company that aims to increase audiences’ understanding of the disability experience, Skydive was created to be performed by one able-bodied, and one differently-abled actor. Using the technology of Sven Johansson’s ES Dance Instruments (a 17-foot, counterweighted lever that allows a performer to fly in all directions as well as cartwheel and somersault through space), the show is written to be staged almost entirely in the air, intricately choreographed and performed in a tightly orchestrated dance between the actors and the four ope
Experience the thrill of adventure with 'Skydive', a masterful exploration of dreams, connection, and the extraordinary human spirit. This brand new trade paperback dives deep into the poignant tale of two brothers, Morgan and Daniel, as they rekindle their relationship through the exhilarating quest of skydiving. Written by Talonbooks and designed for performance in a unique theatrical format, 'Skydive' transports readers to the realm where imagination meets reality. The narrative artfully juxtaposes lighthearted nostalgia from the 1980s with high-stakes moments filled with lucid dreams and surreal experiences as Daniel faces his fears.
The play is specially crafted for diverse audiences, performed by an able-bodied actor alongside a differently-abled actor, emphasizing inclusivity and understanding of the disability experience. Utilizing innovative technology, 'Skydive' offers a visually stunning spectacle that captures the essence of flight and liberation.
Whether you're an adventure enthusiast, a lover of heartfelt narratives, or simply curious about extraordinary human experiences, 'Skydive' is a must-read. Grab your copy today and soar into a world of limitless possibilities!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780889226388
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2010
Publisher: Talonbooks
Description:
Skydive explores the world of dreams and imagination: the universal human desire to push beyond our physical limitations and to fly.Having grown apart after a traumatic and de?ning moment in their youth, two brothers reconnect to fulfill a life-long ambition to go skydiving. Morgan (a feckless schemer who has recently reinvented himself as a counsellor) arrives on the doorstep of Daniel (a housebound agoraphobe), offering to help “liberate” his brother by administering his newly invented technique of “Paratherapy.” Convincing Daniel to face his fears by pursuing their long abandoned childhood dream of jumping from an airplane, the brothers begin a series of misguided training exercises to prepare for their adventure.Yet we realize that something is being subverted as we watch the comedy rooted in a lighthearted nostalgia for their youth in the 1980s give way to a high-stakes adventure in a surreal environment of lucid dreams and startling visions occurring in the final seconds of a freefall adventure gone horribly wrong.Commissioned by Realwheels, a Vancouver-based theatre company that aims to increase audiences’ understanding of the disability experience, Skydive was created to be performed by one able-bodied, and one differently-abled actor. Using the technology of Sven Johansson’s ES Dance Instruments (a 17-foot, counterweighted lever that allows a performer to fly in all directions as well as cartwheel and somersault through space), the show is written to be staged almost entirely in the air, intricately choreographed and performed in a tightly orchestrated dance between the actors and the four ope