Trojans by Philip Connaughton

Luail–Ireland’s all-island dance company presents:

Trojans by Philip ConnaughtonLUAIL proudly revives Trojans, the ground-breaking dance work by acclaimed choreographer Philip Connaughton. Inspired by Virgil’s epic The Aeneid, this thrilling production combines powerful contemporary dance with an exhilarating electronic score by Oberman Knocks and visuals by Luca Truffarelli.Revisiting themes that feel as urgent today as ever-war, migration, displacement, and identity-Trojans resonates deeply in a modern context. Connaughton’s bold reimagining offers audiences a fresh and emotionally charged perspective, challenging us to reflect on who we are, where we come from, and the forces that shape our shared humanity.Created, directed and choreographed by Philip ConnaughtonLighting Design Begoña GarciaCostume Design Emily Ní BhroinSound Design/Composer Oberman KnocksVideo Design Luca TruffarelliAssociate Lighting Designer Sebastian PizarroPerformers Hamza Pirimo, Jou-Hsin Chu, Clara Kerr, Robyn Byrne, Sean Lammer, Rosie Stebbing, Meghan Stevens, Tom O’GormanRehearsal Director Gloria RosDuration, Warnings & age guidance:65 minutes, no interval Age 14+Trojans was originally produced by Company Philip Connaughton & Once Off Productions.Please note this performance contains smoke, loud music (earplugs will be provided), and flashing lights.

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