Life from the point of view of a deadly virus
DAVID Cater's latest play has a remarkably original concept.
It is a story told from the bizarre point of view of the HIV virus and its trials and tribulations in the struggle for survival.
Cater turns the spotlight on this lethal virus, with the story of three viral genomes struggling to discover their own identity as they consume his.
Snuggled up in a flaming red bed, Carter (Ryan Stuart) sleeps restfully, the duvet moves and Cap (Simon Winkler) and Gag (John de Barham) emerge from underneath the covers.
These genomes interact with each other in a warm and energetic way and, as they begin to crawl into David's body, an alarming wonderful relationship starts.
With an unpleasant irony, David reflects on the beginning of his end and the virus looks forward to a new beginning.
The genomes are proud to have the Pope on their side —"condoms are a nuisance."
Cater has written a truly original and interesting play held in a wonderfully intimate theatre.
Plays until September 2. Box office: 0870 4000 838.
SARAH PORTER