Inspired by a collaboration between the Heritage Arts Company and musician Johnny Flynn, Folk In A Box is an independent production, touring with a collective of musicians outside the HAC. This box, made of reclaimed wood and materials, can be put up anywhere, and allows just one audience member in at a time. As the door closes, the black walls play with perception of space; they forget where the box ends. The room is dark, except for a flickering lamp, which shines dimly on a solitary performer, who sings them one song. To begin with the audience member sees very little, but as the performer plays, their eyes begin to adjust to the light. Like a Polaroid, gradually developing, it’s simple, but incredibly effective.

Performers include Dom Coyote, Emily Barker, Frank Doody, Pepe Belmonte, Johnny Flynn and Adeel Akhtar, plus special guests, and new members.

Visit the FIAB team at www.folkinabox.com. Contact: folkinabox@gmail.com or 07931477735

Watch this space for more collaborations between Folk In A Box and the HAC.