Reflecting the former cotton industry in Darley Abbey, strings of fabric are tied to the body illustrating how we cannot fully be separated from the history in which we live.

Produced as part of Constella OperaBallet’s ‘Spin A Tale’ and developed in partnership with Derbyshire’s Darley Abbey to bring its heritage to life through a series of seven short films with newly commissioned dance, music and drama.

Director and Editor - Christopher Bevan

Cinematographer - Jackie Teboul

Production Company - YSP Media

Dancer - Daniel Longhurst

Choreographer - Sarah-Louise Kristiansen

Costume/Installation Designer - Sebastian Freeburn

Costume/Installation Designer - Holly Pigott

Composer - Jire

For Constella OperaBallet

Artistic Director - Leo Geyer

Managing Director - Nathalie de Potter

Producer - Alice Bezant

Spin A Tale has been produced by Constella OperaBallet in collaboration with Beam, supporting Darley Abbey Day 2021 for the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site Great Place Scheme, funded by National Lottery Heritage Fund and Arts Council England.