Murmur
Murmur is a multi-sensory, cross-artform performance and interactive installation piece which explores and amplifies mycelium communication and the deep subconscious. Mycelium are the branching, fusing networks of fungi. It is as mycelium that fungi live the majority of their lives, unseen, underground. Much like us as artists. Blending movement, costume, music and projection to amplify natural phenomena, Murmur invites audiences into a hidden and otherworldly sphere where communication takes place on a vibratory level.Murmur is conceived as a series of intimate encounters, taking the form of a concept album. With the backbone of this structure, Murmur invites us into a dialogue with the natural world; between performer and audience; and across artforms through live improvisation.Murmur appeals to diverse audiences, is suitable for all ages, and consistently sells out. The themes behind the work have wide appeal with considerable current interest in the fungi kingdom, popularised by the writings and films of Paul Stamets and Merlin Sheldrake. Available for tour booking from Nov 2024.
Run time 60 mins without interval; 90 mins with pre-show, interval, and post show interactive installation elements.
What audiences are saying…
“I have little to say because your performance touched deeper than words – beautiful, loved the shimmering movement, sound, video.”
“Ethereal, moving and captivating. Bodies became the fruiting, writing underbelly of mycelium. Connectivity was core.”
“So many breathtaking moments! Enchanting! Altogether the most intriguing and captivating performance I have watched and felt for the last 4 years.”
Thanks to our partners for being part of our mycorrhizal network…
Murmur was developed following Arts Council DYCP support for Clare Parker’s experimental interdisciplinary practice which led to the establishment of NooN in 2023. A huge thank you to everyone who has supported the research and development of Murmur: Lab space at Maketank and Theatre Royal Plymouth; Creative Residency Space at Shawbrook, Ireland; commissioning and programming support from Royal Albert Memorial Museum (RAMM) Exeter, Theatre Royal Plymouth, Villages in Action, Voila! festival.