Experimentica 2012 proposal
I propose a programme of one on one monologues about an alternative, underdog theory of evolution. This alternative theory of evolution is known as The Aquatic Ape Hypothesis whose strongest advocate is the Welsh writer Elaine Morgan. My monologue references Elaine’s writing but also includes other ideas: that a diet based on seafood changed the structure of our brain; that schizophrenia played a role in our evolution; that singing came before language and that laughing is the “missing link”, an unseen action, a fossil never to be found.
I have previously presented this idea as a 15 minute lecture at the greenroom in Manchester (see http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmPq1wduKOs&feature=plcpand and as an experimental film http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWC8qdHnTcU).
I would like to perform for longer; 30 minute monologues, “nine – five”, over the five days of Experimentica 2012. The monologues have minimal technical requirements; a table and two chairs and can take place in a public space. There are no material/production costs just accommodation and food.
