Persistent And Nasty

In our second episode of today. Elaine chats with theatre maker, writer and performer Ois O’Donoghue about her show HYPER. We chat the creation of the show, what inspired it and the importance of having the conversation round how Trans folks feel when it comes to the sound of their voice, the joy of relating to charcter on stage and much more. Hyper - Summerhall, Former Women’s Locker Room Dates: 1 - 26 August (not 12, not 19) @ 20:15 (60 mins) Tickets available here: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/hyper Hyper An exploration of Trans identity and the connection to the voice. Using voice modulation, HYPER discusses the prevalent link between Trans people and the hyperpop genre, and what it means to be Trans in modern Ireland. HYPER follows best friends and bandmates Saoirse and Conall. When Saoirse’s gender identity shifts, they must confront the changing nature of their music and friendship as they prepare for their first live gigs following Saorise’s transition. This confrontation forces Saoirse t