Review: GASH THEATRE GETS GHOSTED, Gash Theatre (Online)
Gash Theatre is comprised of two theatre makers from London who share an interest in form, femininities, pop culture and the ridiculous. They’re bringing a new digital production to our screens this week, Gash Theatre Gets Ghosted, premiering with Camden People’s Theatre from 21-24 April.
The result of this production is quirky, heart-pounding and intriguing to the audience. There is a definitive storyline and it uses plenty of media to add more flesh to the proceedings. Nathalie Ellis-Einhorn and Maddie Flint are two intriguing theatre makers who draw us in from the start as we see them running through the streets seeking sanctuary from whatever is chasing them. Sanctuary isn’t on the inside, as they remain trapped and isolated within the space they seek solitude in. We see them explore this space, with the help of twisting camera angles and some iconic, pulsating 70s and 80s music to help add oomph to the piece. Ghosted allows the audience to really experience their level of creativity as theatre makers, with their unique style of work.
There is so much life within what Ghosted has to offer, even further afield than just the two women taking control of the narrative. We fleet through so much in a short space of time so it is most definitely a ride with this show. Ghosted has so many more layers to it than what instantly meets the eye; exploring the themes of gender identity and masculinity that are so relevant to our modern world. The acknowledging of this is clear from the start, including discussions about ex-partners and porn, definitely made more surreal when it's an armchair sharing these intimate conversations with the audience. Although initially feeling slightly silly, the message is certainly far deeper than we believe at first. There are more ways in which these topics are discussed and explored, but that way was definitely distinct.
Ghosted is an enjoyable watch that allows you to explore and create discussion about gender identity in society, some so obvious out there right now. Gash Theatre provides something that is packed with layers without it becoming too overbearing. It would be great to see more of their stuff in the future, it’s brilliant and there is definitely a place for their work to shine amongst the vast variety that theatre has to offer.
**** Four stars
Reviewed by: Emmie Newitt
Enjoy Gash Theatre Gets Ghosted between 21-24 April 2021. For further information about GASH Theatre and this production, please click here.
