A event on Thursday 10th October. The event starts at 19:30.
The Beloved Son is a moving solo performance by Andrew Harrison, exploring hope and longing, family dynamics, sexual and emotional crisis, and the profound insights of a man who became one of the greatest spiritual writers of the 20th century.
Henri Nouwen (1932 – 1996) was a Dutch, Catholic priest, psychologist, and professor who reached the heights of academic success before abandoning everything to join the community of L’Arche, in Toronto. He became part of a life-sharing movement, seeking to make known the gifts of people with intellectual disabilities, exploring their unique talents and creating a welcoming home of friendship and belonging. To some Henri Nouwen put his brilliant career into reverse, risking the loss of reputation, to others his life was a prophetic challenge to church and society.
Murray Watts is an award-winning playwright for theatre and radio, and a screenwriter for TV and film He was one of the founding directors of Riding Lights Theatre Company.
Andrew Harrison has performed in theatre, radio and film. He has created six solo shows with Murray Watts.
Cotham Church is a beautiful and fully accessible space, perfect for intimate performances. It is home to a contemplative, creative, inclusive and socially engaged church community, and hosts the popular monthly Cotham Club world music gigs. Doors open at 7pm, allowing time to buy a drink, and choose your seat. Unreserved seating. Age 12+
Entry requirements: no age restrictions
Henri Nouwen (1932 – 1996) was a Dutch, Catholic priest, psychologist, and professor who reached the heights of academic success before abandoning everything to join the community of L’Arche, in Toronto. He became part of a life-sharing movement, seeking to make known the gifts of people with intellectual disabilities, exploring their unique talents and creating a welcoming home of friendship and belonging. To some Henri Nouwen put his brilliant career into reverse, risking the loss of reputation, to others his life was a prophetic challenge to church and society.
Murray Watts is an award-winning playwright for theatre and radio, and a screenwriter for TV and film He was one of the founding directors of Riding Lights Theatre Company.
Andrew Harrison has performed in theatre, radio and film. He has created six solo shows with Murray Watts.
Cotham Church is a beautiful and fully accessible space, perfect for intimate performances. It is home to a contemplative, creative, inclusive and socially engaged church community, and hosts the popular monthly Cotham Club world music gigs. Doors open at 7pm, allowing time to buy a drink, and choose your seat. Unreserved seating. Age 12+
Entry requirements: no age restrictions
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