More Life For Tikva
by Beat Rice
Tikva's Orchestra is a unique physical theatre piece that explores the trauma and ruthlessness of WWII through the eyes of a woman who tries to hide but cannot escape. One man playing several figures, and a woman, who employs the use of a bungee and hanging ropes, tell us a story filled with symbols and metaphor that show us fear, strength and hope. Performers and co-creators Alisa Walton and Thomas Morgan Jones are focused and precise. Even if the details of the storyline are not defined in words, the emotional intent is clear and effective. Director and co-creator Ginette Mohr has shaped this 35-minute piece with precision, each moment flows into the next and nothing ever drags.
