Garden of Madness is a funny and engaging collision of harp and vocals. The show dives into themes of madness, philosophy and the Mind, with the help of loop machines and FX machinery. The result is a uniquely poetic and songful carnival of vibes. Expect a one-of-a-kind act of rapture. Laugh, sing and prepare to be enchanted.

This show is created & performed by Pete ‘the temp’ Bearder, Emmy the Harp, and Hally Kelly. Pete is an award-winning spoken word poet, author and comic. His work has been featured on BBC Radio 4, The World Service, and Newsnight. Pete has performed and stage-dived into audiences of 5000 people and has toured internationally with The British Council. Emmy the Harp is a classically trained harpist whose collaborates with numerous genres and ensembles. Hal Kelly is queer a composer, producer and improviser who works with synth and keys. The band is based in Bristol.

‘Fresh, empowering and fun’ Shambala Festival

‘Inspiring, terrifying and amusing’ The Ecologist

Additional Information

Age guidance: 12yrs+

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