Presented by Miss Phoria

Vestige

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Residency

Echoes become language, undoing becomes power

The pathways to necessary healing. The performance delves into the complex dynamics between two characters, navigating the emotional and psychological scars they carry from past experiences and how their pain affects one another. 

Vestige explores breaking down the rigid binaries of society and toxic masculinity, whilst embracing vulnerability as a pathway to healing, both individually and collectively. Through raw, physical storytelling, Vestige paints an intimate picture of the damage this cycle causes and calls for dismantling these patterns. 

At its core, this project is a journey of self-discovery and reconciliation that challenges the audience while being a relatable story with the essence of hope. 

What excites you the most about this project and what are you hoping to get out of your residency?

What excites me most about this project is telling a story that is rarely told through a lens rarely captured. It is an opportunity to do something interpretive that also showcases an important perspective. During my residency, I hope to learn more about how I can achieve that and empower this work. 

 

What will be the focus of your residency and what are the themes, concepts, or methods you are interested in exploring through your work?

The focus of my residency will be to learn as much as I can about how to create these kinds of works and to empower myself in the process, so that I can continue these works in the future. I am interested in exploring themes/concepts that are decolonizing, destigmatizing and sharing perspectives that will inspire necessary change and healing in our society. 

A part of The Blue Room Theatre’ 2026 Development Incubator Program.

 

Image by Apurva Gupta
  • Creative Lead / Performer

    MJ Anderson Hyde (Miss Phoria)

  • Co-Creator / Performer

    Oliver Hughes