GDIF 2024 | London’s free, annual outdoor performing arts festival 23 August-8 September 2024
Final Farewell
10 – 11 September | 12pm, 1.30pm, 2.15pm, 3pm, 3.45pm & 4.30pm | Island Gardens
Duration: 76mins
What to Expect: On the Move
Tickets: Free
A moving evocation of pandemic loss, love and resilience, told in four poignant audio stories.
Each of the stories has been carefully crafted by writer Sudha Bhuchar, who has spoken and listened in depth to real people’s memories and accounts of their loved ones who were lost during the pandemic.
As you wander through the Isle of Dogs guided by a map, you’ll hear the imagined voices and stories of Shahin, Baby Han, Ann and Oberon, before gathering at a final installation in Island Gardens, where you will be able to reflect on your own memories.
Head over to the Final Farewell website to find out more information about this event
Please note:
Audience members are asked to bring their own phones and headphones. Mp3 players will be provided for those without their own equipment on a first come first served basis. Mp3 players cannot be pre-booked.
Event Map
More information on Final Farewell
How to attend
Final Farewell is a free, ticketed event.
Site Access
There is level access to the performance locations.
Ramps will be installed to provide level access and the same route for all audiences.
On-site walking distances
This is a 76 minute promenade audio piece, requiring walking between locations.
Respite and Access Areas
Respite areas available at stopping points throughout the walk.
Accessible Toilets
Available at George Green’s Community House, a 3 minute walk from the meeting point, and at Millwall Park on route.
Parking
Limited paid parking available on Saunders Ness Road.
Access drop-off point
Saunders Ness Road.
Photo route
Available to download in the ‘Where to Find it’ section below.
Contact
For Access questions, contact [email protected] // 07899 893 935
Other audience questions, contact our Box Office: [email protected]
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Access
Easy Read.
GDIF and Tara Theatre have created a bespoke BSL and captioned performance of Final Farewell. This will be available to book on Sunday 11 September 12pm.
Audio Description performance on Sunday 11 September 12pm.
Content guidance: Themes of death and loss, including of unborn children.
Check out our Access Information page for GDIF 2022 to learn more about our access practices.
GDIF 2022 Trailer
Where to find it
Island Gardens, E14 3DW