Benjamin Mowbray - Pardoned

Pardoned

‘Pardoned’ dramatises the incredible life story WW2 codebreaker Alan Turing who was convicted for being gay. The show also shines a light on John Nicolson MP’s unsuccessful attempt to pass the Turing Bill through Parliament. The Turing Bill, which was rejected by the government last year, was a piece of legislation that would have cleared the criminal records of gay men who were convicted for crimes that are no longer illegal. The show’s narrative flits between the Turing Bill debates of 2017 and the chaos of Alan’s astonishing life. This show is an exploration of gay equality in Britain as much as it is a celebration of Alan Turing. Through the unlikely form of the musical, we hope to share Alan’s journey from maths genius to accidental martyr.

'Pardoned' was first presented at The Other Palace Studio on Saturday 5th May 2018. The Bohemians have continued to develop the piece with an R&D at the Sterts Theatre Cornwall and have plans to move it into production. If you would like more information please contact me via thebohemianstheatreco@gmail.com

Pardoned Dress Rehearsal Photos © Michael O'Reilly

The Other Palace Team:

Creative Team:

Writer/Director - Joel Nash

Music & Lyrics/Musical Director - James Hastings

Choreographer - Eleanor Kane

Stage Manager - Tom Vasey

Deputy Stage Manager - Faisa Ibrahim

Sound Operator - Elliot Mackenzie

Costume Supervisor - Bethan Price

Lighting Design - Verity Rose

Lighting Operator - Chris Hepburn