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A hymn to life in the darkest moments – 26 April 1986: Chernobyl nuclear power plant explodes in Ukraine.
This intimate performance explores the deeply human side of the tragedy - not a reconstruction of events, but of emotions through the memories of Lyudmila, the wife of a firefighter. Her words are drawn from Prayer for Chernobyl by Svetlana Alexievich. Performed by one of Italy’s most intense stage actresses, Elena Arvigo, ‘a powerhouse performer… a devastatingly beautiful account of love that can overcome everything’ *(BingeFringe.com). ‘An urgent, harrowing, stunningly performed piece for the present age’ *(BroadwayBaby.com).
We strongly encourage pre-purchasing tickets ahead of your arrival at ZOO, which will help speed up waiting and admission times. Doors typically open 5 minutes before the advertised start time. We operate eTicketing. A booking fee of £1.50 per ticket up to a maximum of £6 will be added to each booking.
Gail Thomas / Rhymes with Purple
14:20 (1hmins)
From 7 to 30 Aug 2026
Verona Verbakel
12:10 (1hmins)
From 7 to 30 Aug 2026
Helicon Storytelling
14:15 (45mmins)
From 7 to 22 Aug 2026
Third Sister Entertainment
21:00 (50mmins)
From 7 to 30 Aug 2026
Will McDowell and MOOJ Productions
19:10 (55mmins)
From 7 to 30 Aug 2026
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