Maiden | Mother | Whore

Maiden | Mother | Whore is a multi-disciplinary mixed-media performance/exhibition that explores the complex relationships between women, social structures, health and social policies, and institutions. Drawing on women’s embodied experiences and narratives, the work delves into the tensions between individuals-collectives, agency-power, and patterns of oppression-resistance through the lens of Transnational Intersectional Feminism. This collaborative project has emerged from a creative partnership between Theiya Arts Dance Collective (the performing unit for Theiya Arts) and academics from the Centre for Biomedicine, Self and Society at The University of Edinburgh towards opening a dialogue between the academic community, artistic community, and audience and

Maiden | Mother | Whore – Low-Tech Accessible Tour

Theiya Arts presents Maiden | Mother | Whore, an intimate and thought-provoking multi-disciplinary performance and exhibition, now available as a Full-tech and a low-tech, accessible touring production designed for rural venues, community spaces, and non-traditional performance settings.

Exploring the lived experiences of women through the lens of Transnational Intersectional Feminism, this work weaves together dance, spoken word, visual media, and soundscapes to examine the tensions between individuals and collectives, agency and power, and oppression and resistance. Rooted in real narratives and developed in collaboration with academics from the Centre for Biomedicine, Self and Society at The University of Edinburgh, this project bridges the gap between research, artistic expression, and public discourse. The development of the production was supported by The National Lottery Fund, Creative Scotland and Dance Base, Edinburgh.  

Touring Details

• Adaptable & Accessible: Designed to be staged with minimal technical requirements, this version can be presented in village halls, libraries, community centres, and smaller arts venues with ease.

• Flexible Staging & Multi-Room Presentation: The production can be presented as a single-venue performance or adapted into a gallery-style installation with multiple rooms or spaces. This format allows audiences to engage with different elements of the work at their own pace, making it suitable for presentation within a range of venues.

• Flexible Technical Options: The performance can be staged with minimal equipment for venues with limited technical capacity, or, where facilities allow, it can be enhanced with projections and lighting design for a more immersive experience. Our team will work with venues to tailor the production to their space and available resources.

• Community Engagement: The performance can be accompanied by post-show discussions, workshops, and creative engagement sessions that invite audiences to share their own perspectives, ensuring the work remains relevant and resonant with diverse communities.

• Touring Support: Theiya Arts provides clear technical specifications, flexible get-in/get-out times, and logistical support to ensure a smooth integration into your programme.

Maiden | Mother | Whore is not just a performance—it is an invitation to engage in critical conversation, challenge social structures, and explore the intersections of art, research, and lived experience. Its intimate, raw, and immersive nature makes it a compelling choice for venues seeking to bring bold, relevant, and socially engaged work to their audiences.

We welcome conversations with programmers, rural touring networks, gallery curators, and venue managers to discuss how this production can fit into your space and community.

For bookings and further details, please contact Theiya Arts at producer@theiya.org or visit www.theiya.org.