Lay Down Your Burdens

Step into an evening at the local pub. Every night, it’s the same landlady, the same regulars, the same shots – until suddenly, a stranger gets blown in from the cold.

This joyous, funny and radically tender show draws together the isolated, the estranged and all those who never even dreamed they were connected. With extraordinary physical performance, brave testimonials, live music and riotous pub games, we’re invited to join in the fun and revelry, as much or as little as we’d like.

Please note
Seating for this performance is a combination of barstool seating (close to the action), chairs with backs, and wheelchair spaces with accompanying companion seats. Seating is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. If you have any concerns, please speak to a member of our front of house team upon arrival.

At the heart of Lay Down Your Burdens is the understanding that we all carry baggage with us. During the evening, we will learn about the characters’ burdens. These stories are based on real-life testimonials and lived experiences. We’ve put some extra detail via the link below about the themes of the show so that you can be prepared along with some support resources.

Rhiannon Faith is a choreographer who makes socially conscious work that raises awareness, lobbies for change and invites us to consider the importance of community. Lay Down Your Burdens was grown out of conversations with communities and developed from the company’s real-life experiences.

The Beacon is a custom-made touring venue for Bradford 2025.

From Thursday 3 April to Monday 5 May 2025, The Beacon will be in Wibsey Park.

Plan your visit below, or get in touch with us on [email protected] for more information.

Wibsey Park
Wibsey Park Avenue
Bradford BD6 3QD