Lead Artist/Performer: Sadiq Ali, Co-devised & performed by Hauk Pattison, Produced by Turtle Key Arts.
An award-winning, emotionally candid work about sexuality, faith, addiction and connection that’s also a unique and complex take on circus.
Something that is ‘Haram’ is forbidden by Islam. The Chosen Haram tells the story of two gay men and their chance meeting through a dating app, portraying the highs and lows of their relationship and the social, cultural and personal barriers they face in seeking happiness and fulfilment.
Based on Edinburgh-born artist Sadiq Ali’s experience, combined with interviews with members of the LGBTQ+ community who identify as (ex) Muslim, The Chosen Haram explores the struggles faced by many people whose upbringing contradicts their personal truths, and how this can lead to self-destructive behaviour.
Expect a heady mix of love, drugs and Islam, set to a banging soundtrack with ultra-sensual acrobatics on two Chinese poles.
Post-show Q&A: Sat 25 March, 9.20pm
“An astonishing fusion of circus and storytelling.” — Fest Mag
“A beautiful, affecting piece of physical theatre... Powerful, strong and sensual.” — The Queer Review
“Brave, thrilling and poignant.” — The Scotsman
Winner, Innovate Award (2021) — Scottish Emerging Theatre Awards
Unforgettable Performance, Lustrum Award (2022) — Summerhall Edinburgh Fringe Awards
Suitable for ages 16+. Contains simulated drug use and depictions of sex
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