Bones in the Desert Play
A powerful new play exploring identity, memory, and freedom, presented in an immersive style. The story weaves a haunting tapestry of loss, inheritance, and rebellion, set in Berlin, 2022.
The play Bones in the Desert is set in Berlin, 2022, and tells the story of Artur, a 19-year-old refugee stuck between worlds. This powerful new play explores the legacy of genocide, mental well-being, racism, and the cost of silence, speaking to young adult audiences with heart and humor.
The story is presented in an immersive style with a contemporary soundtrack, and is about where we come from, who we carry with us, and what it means to belong. The play is written by British-Armenian playwright Joe Nerssessian, and is the latest production from Half Moon, the UK’s leading small-scale young people’s venue and touring company.
The play will be performed on Tuesday, 1 December 2026, at the Gulbenkian Arts Centre, Canterbury. Tickets are with the button beside the article. The shows will be followed by a Q&A with the cast and production team, providing an opportunity for the audience to engage with the play's themes and creators.
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