Benji Reid’s vision as performer and creative director has made him an award-winning and senior contributor to the Black Physical Theatre canon over the last 30 years. Reid is without a doubt one of the most compelling cultural makers in contemporary British theatre.
Over the years, Benji has made the journey from Hip Hop theatre to visual theatre and photography. A Thousand Words is the new photographic exhibition from this singular talent.
‘Contained within these images, the choreographer, the director and photographer are in constant conversation.‘ Benji Reid
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