First performances of Phobia took place at Stage@Leeds at the beginning of June. More to come!

How do you live with fear?

“I’m scared. I can’t run, I can’t fight, I’m paralysed.
Every single time.”

In 2024, a Swedish government minister becomes the target of cruel online mockery when the object of her fear makes headline news: Bananas. To the world, this is the laugh of the week. To the minister, the fear is real.

PHOBIA is a bold expedition into the veiled world of irrational fears. Informed by personal experience and drawing on a range of anonymous narratives, it blends fragmented storytelling, contemporary dance and audio installation to cast a light on the anxiety and absurdity of living with a phobia.

Idea, script & performance: Wiebke Acton
Dramaturgy & script: Sam Ward
Dance & choreography: Orla Collier
Sound & Music: Brian Acton
Lights: Andrew Mills
Photos: Sophie Giddens

© Sophie Giddens Photography

© Sophie Giddens Photography

© Sophie Giddens Photography

© Sophie Giddens Photography

© Sophie Giddens Photography

© Sophie Giddens Photography

© Sophie Giddens Photography