‘Give Me A Minute’ is a digital dance film and sound project, that gives an intimate insight into the mind and heart of an introverted woman and mother, focussing on what’s often unsaid and difficult to express through usual conversation. The films highlight the emotional and mental struggles of motherhood and female introversion, expressing feelings of isolation, anxieties and insecurities that we often face. They also address stigmas around body image, expectations and pressure on women, from external forces and from within ourselves, acknowledging the physical insecurities ingrained in us by the dance and performance industry.

‘Give Me A Minute’ is part of a longer term project ‘Shut Up And Listen’, which is a one woman physical theatre show, looking at the survival of a female introvert in a world that rewards extroverts who are predominantly male. With a humorous approach, the work questions the lessons we teach young girls, why there are so many negative connotations towards those with quieter personalities, and asking why some of us grow up struggling to have a voice that feels valid. Is it because we don’t shout loud enough or is it because the rest of the world is too noisy to listen?

Written, performed and directed by Sioda Adams
Edited by Wayne Sables
Support with Sound and composition from Hannah Peel .
DP assistance – Richard Oliver Adams
Promo Design/Artwork – Sarah Dekany

Thank you to #surfthewave for funding the creation of the films and Executive Producer Amy Dalton-Hardy for her support.