An Epic Quest in Hip Hop Dance Theatre
FRAY created a sensation with sold-out performances at Sadler's Wells Lilian Baylis Theatre in 2024, attracting a multicultural audience fascinated by the theatre production's groundbreaking integration of hip-hop music and dance, gaming themes and virtual characters to tell a powerful story that explores questions at the heart of our evolving relationship with technology and artificial intelligence.
FRAY is a vivid exploration of family ties, love, loss and what it means to be human in today's tech infused world.
“FRAY pulsates with a authentic emotions and a relentless quest for meaning.”
— Theatre Weekly
"There's great joy in watching the cast who are incredibly talented, charismatic dancers and performers."
— The Verge
NOW preparing for a national tour | 2027
NOW preparing for a national tour | 2027
FRAY tells the story of two brothers, Tullio and Ziya, whose deep bond frays when the older Ziya is drawn into a dazzling virtual world by Luscious, a beguiling AI he creates for a game contest. Through hip hop dance, spoken word, live music, and striking visuals, the show explores themes of family bonds, love, loss and what it means to be human in the digital age.
The new version of FRAY premiered at Sadler’s Wells’ Lilian Baylis Studio in June 2024 to sold-out audiences and critical acclaim. The production was praised for its originality, authenticity, and the powerful commitment of its cast.
