Following on from 'Organ of Soft Tissue', I decided to create a solo show exploring themes of sex, agency, media and technology - and 'Coded' was born. An absurd and funny piece that follows a female-coded sex-bot as she struggles to understand human ideas of sexuality and her own purpose in society.
'Coded' performed at TAPAC as part of the 2021 Auckland Fringe Festival to a positive reception, and received the PANNZ Registration Award for career development.
"Beautiful. Edgy. Clever." - Audience Member
"Funny. Sexy. Educational." - Audience Member
"Erin’s performance sings with confidence."
"...a very articulate and entertaining production."
"...incredibly empowering."
- TheatreScenes Full review: http://www.theatrescenes.co.nz/review-coded-auckland-fringe/?fbclid=IwAR0B0Dptxa5UiuBs6Qd7YIFSesxJMmlTlop_jiiE7qTCFkoZ29SAT6tA2cw
"This show has proven O’Flaherty is a name to look out for."
- Craccum Magazine Full Review: http://craccum.co.nz/reviews/theatre/coded/?fbclid=IwAR2rzuxyG7ONV9AGaW6yrcMUggNb4CGqDQfXPsSEHaWcpPK2kjCqXecKQIg
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Creator and Performer: Erin O'Flaherty
Producer: Tara Ranchhod
Creative Advisors: Julia Croft, Jess Hong, Ariadne Baltazar
Movement Advisor: Amber Liberte
Stage Manager: Anika John
Lighting Design: Paul Bennett
Sound Design and Composition: Michaela Cornelius
Costume Design: Melissa Albom
Photos: Connor Crawford Photography
Featuring the voices of: Natalie Beran and Michael Wightman
