AMMA

Magical and deeply affecting, this virtual reality experience transports you to stunning locations in Bangladesh and back to shed light on stories from women who lived through the War of Independence

AMMA, meaning mother, is an original and groundbreaking virtual reality production from Tara Theatre. Through cutting-edge 360 VR storytelling, you’ll travel across time and space to step into one woman’s memories of both the War of Independence in Bangladesh, and rebuilding a life in 1970s and 1980s Britain. Magical and deeply affecting, AMMA takes you on a journey through stunning locations in Bangladesh, and back, to a daughter confronting the truth of her mother’s life.

Developed from first-hand testimonies from Bangladeshi women in Birmingham, Walsall, Manchester and London, and brought to life by writer Kamal Kaan and director Abdul Shayek, AMMA is more than an ordinary theatre-going experience. Filmed with teams in the UK and Bangladesh, AMMA sheds a light on the often unheard experience of women through the War of Independence in Bangladesh, vividly preserving these important voices for future generations.

Amma is supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and the National Theatre Immersive Storytelling Studio.

There will be a briefing on how to use the VR technology at the very beginning of the performance. Latecomers who arrive after the briefing has started will not be admitted for their own safety.

Important Information

  • Dates: 30 Nov – 17 Dec 2022
  • Running time: 50 minutes
  • Venue: Tara Theatre
  • Age: 13+
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INDUSTRIAL ACTION 13-17 DEC

Tara Theatre is located at 356 Garratt Lane, London SW18 4ES. The quickest way to get to the venue is via train from Waterloo. In light of the ongoing industrial action, we recommend that you check your journey and leave sufficient time to reach the venue in time for the performance you have booked for. Please see below some of the alternative tube and bus routes to Tara Theatre.

Buses to Earlsfield from Tooting Broadway (Northern Line) – 44/77/270
Take the 44, 77, or 270 from Garratt Lane / Tooting Broadway (Stop N). Get off at Earlsfield (Stop C). 2 minute walk to 356 Garratt Lane, London SW18 4ES

Buses to Earlsfield from Wimbledon Station (District Line) – 156 and walk OR 493 & 47/77/270
Walk (2 min) to Alexandra Road / Wimbledon Station. Take 156 (Vauxall) to Revelstoke Road (Stop K). Walk (9 min) to 356 Garratt Lane, London SW18 4ES
OR Walk (2 min) to Alexandra Road / Wimbledon Station. Take 493 (Tooting Graveney) to Hazelhurst Estate (Stop SM). Walk (4 min) to Huntspill Street (Stop SC) and take 47, 77, or 270. Get off at Earlsfield (Stop C). 2 minute walk to 356 Garratt Lane, London SW18 4ES

Buses to Earlsfield from East Putney (District Line) – 37/337 & 44 OR walk and take the 270
Take 37/337 (Peckham) from East Putney Station (Stop EA). Get off at Wandsworth Town Hall (Stop N). Take 44 (Tooting) from Wandsworth Town Hall (Stop M) to Earlsfield Road (Stop E). 2 minute walk to 356 Garratt Lane, London SW18 4ES
OR Walk to Deodar Road (Stop V) and take 270 (Mitcham). Get off at Earlsfield Road (Stop E). 2 minute walk to 356 Garratt Lane, London SW18 4ES


Due to the use of full headsets, this will be a more informal, individual experience than an ordinary theatre show, allowing for movement in the auditorium and re-entry if needed wherever possible. You are able to leave our auditorium at any point during a performance.

We understand this has been a difficult time financially for many of us. If you would like to attend an event but are unable to cover the full cost of a ticket at this time, please get in touch with us at bookings@taratheatre.com

Access Performances

7 December, 7pm
BSL & Captioned Performance

10 December,  4pm
Relaxed Performance

17 December, 4pm
Touch Tour & Audio Described Performance

Relaxed performances are for all and provide an inclusive and welcoming environment which can be enjoyed by everyone. At these performances, we have a relaxed approach to noise and movement coming from the audience, allowing and encouraging everyone to relax and respond naturally. There will be additional support from our trained VR hosts, and a break-out space in our Studio.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss any access requirements please email Devashree Pande on devashree@taratheatre.com or call us on 020 8333 4457.

Content Warning

This performance features audio references to death and sexual assault, grief, loss and war. The performance also includes short periods of darkness and sudden loud noises.

About Virtual Reality Technology

You will need to be comfortable wearing a VR headset and headphones. It’s fine to wear glasses or contact lenses throughout.

VR may not be suitable for people with some health conditions.
Most people don’t experience any negative reactions to Virtual Reality. However, VR might be disorientating for individuals who are neurodiverse, have hearing or sight impairments, or experience vertigo, epilepsy, dizziness, seizures, motion sickness or fainting.

If you are pregnant or have a pacemaker, please consult with your GP before taking part.

Our VR hosts will be here to provide support and guidance throughout the experience if you need it.

We sanitise all headsets and headphones, before each performance

Trained VR hosts will be present to offer support and guidance throughout the performance if needed.

If you have any questions regarding access requirements, please get in touch with us at bookings@taratheatre.com.

 

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