Butterflies are Free
A Fourth Wall Acting Production
This play explores the friendship and romance between a young blind man and a free-spirited aspiring actress, highlighting themes of independence and self-discovery.
29 June - 6 July 2025
Butterflies Are Free is a heartwarming and humorous play by Leonard Gershe that tells the story of a young blind man determined to live independently from his overprotective mother. When he meets a free-spirited aspiring actress who moves into the apartment next door, an unexpected friendship—and romance—develops. As the young man navigates love, freedom, and self-discovery, the play explores themes of independence, vulnerability, and the courage to be oneself.
Performed in Turkish with English surtitles, this production offers insight into the challenges and triumphs of its characters.
A Fourth Wall Acting Production.
Performance Dates: 29th June at 6pm & 6th July at 2pm.
Practical info
TICKET PRICING: £22
AGE GUIDANCE: 10+
RUNNING TIME: 1 hour 55min including an interval
Cast & Creative Team
Cast:
Bahar Mert
Abdullah Seyir
Pınar Portakalkö Güraslan
Habil Yaldaz
Writer: Leonard Gershe
Director: Ayşegül Hardern
Translator: Diren Dağ
Assistant Director: Pınar Portakalkö Güraslan
Lighting Design: Ayşe Sedef Ayter
Sound Design: Cem Tuncer
Set Design: Gülfem Özdoğan
Music: Abdullah Seyir