As Albatross prepares to soar across the UK on its national tour before landing at Omnibus Theatre, I caught up with writer and director Patrick Morris to discuss climate catastrophe, complicated family dynamics, and the emotional turbulence at the heart of this striking new drama. Rooted in extensive research with Antarctic scientists and wrapped in deeply human storytelling, Albatross asks timely questions about responsibility, sacrifice, and what we owe future generations.

When Lenore’s father passes away, she is overcome with memories and rage forcing her to confront her identity and belonging. In order to rebuild herself, Lenore embarks on a solitary journey through time accompanied by poetry and a mysterious doppelganger-pianist. A hauntingly new experimental musical theatre piece, The Sound of Absence explores the intricate bond between father and daughter — and the unspoken reasons behind the choices our parents make. This intimate, exper