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Heart
- Narrated by: Jade Anouka
- Length: 1 hr and 12 mins
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Summary
Heart, a truly poetic new play, explores the maxim that 'Every new story begins as another one ends'.
Written and performed by London-based actor and poet Jade Anouka (His Dark Materials), Heart introduces us to a woman who finds herself married and divorced at age 28. As she begins the process of piecing her life together, she confronts the insecurities and self-imposed boundaries that have always held her back. In the process, she discovers love in the last place—and with the last person—she expected. Directed by Ola Ince, this world premiere production—dedicated to the misfits and 'others'—takes the listeners on a powerful and relatable journey, one that demonstrates that remarkable things can happen when we follow our instincts and boldly take a chance.
Content warning: Listener discretion is advised.
Produced in association with Kate Pakenham Productions. Original music composed and performed by Renell Shaw.
Additional original music and sound design by Fitz Patton.
Portions of this audio drama contain mature language and themes.
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- Sansa Stark
- 24-01-23
Enthralling Surprising
This has by far been the best performed Audiobook I have ever had the pleasure of listening to. I would have given it a 10 out of 5! Ms Anouka wasn't just narrating a story she was a one woman dramatic powerhouse ensemble. The vocal range was phenomenal from the conspiratorial giggly whisper to her firey anger.
The story is rich. It takes us through one woman's journey to finding love. It is deeply introspective. The main character goes through a period of maturing and painful self discovery. It deconstructs and unwinds our social and religious programming and exposes its divisiveness. I'm grateful to the author for curing my curiosity. Until now I had not understood people who live their whole lives as heterosexual then "suddenly become gay". She broaches this prickly pear with sensitivity, wit and raw honesty. I genuinely feel I understand now.
I am only sad that it's has taken me till 2023 to discover the gem 💎 that is Jade Anouka. I will definitely be looking out for more of her work!
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- steph
- 22-09-22
incredible storytelling poetry extravaganza
Really enjoyed this! incredible performance and writing. Made me lose track of time, super immersive.
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- AH
- 24-06-22
Phenomenal
Absolutely gripping from start to finish. Heartbreaking, heartwarming, heartBURSTING perfection. A must listen. Listen now!
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- Miss Alexandra C Forrester
- 16-06-22
a privilege to listen to
I absolutely loved this listen. I highly recommend and it felt like a privilege to listen to.
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- TheZee
- 12-06-22
Just beautiful...
The storytelling and the desire to live authentically in this gift is powerful.
What a twist!
Just beautiful...
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- Marie
- 12-06-22
Beautiful
I was locked in from the first word. Thank you, Jade Anouka. Such a beautiful sharing of your heart.
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- Amazon Customer
- 04-06-22
Hooked on every word of this heartfelt tale.
Simply brilliant. What a journey. Beautifully performed, relatable and entertaining. Hooked on every word. Thank you Jade for sharing you tale.
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- Amazon Customer
- 03-06-22
Awesome and brave
Was totally intriguing... very honest and brave... Well written and told. Very proud. Totally worth a listen !
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- M. Adler
- 03-06-22
Beautifully written and beautifully performed
An original and stunning piece of work by a brilliant talent and actor- everyone needs to listen to this.
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- Anonymous User
- 02-06-22
Thank you
Full of Heart. A beautiful piece by a wonderful Artist. Listen and enjoy this honest tale of saying Yes.
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- Been there
- 08-06-22
Don't shy away if you are NOT a fan of Spoken Word
Fantastic! Beautiful experience. Anouka takes you on an hour journey of joys and fears all humans experience. This is a masterpiece.
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- Justashopper2021
- 10-04-23
Caught Me Off Guard
Had no clue what the story was about. Ended up surprised and thoroughly moved at the powerful way the author's journey was expressed. I rode the waves of her many emotions with her. I understood how it felt to try and follow the crowd and not your heart until you can't anymore. The bravery she displayed after almost losing her heart was palatable. Her joy at the end left my heart full. Wonderfully performed. I look forward to hearing more from Jade in the future.
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- Nneka Manyara
- 21-11-23
Quick Read
I chose this story because it's a quick read. To each their own, but it's just not my cup of tea.
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- Willow
- 20-11-23
Powerful!!
Loved everything about this story. I highly recommend this short story and I now want to read more by this author.
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- Sabrina
- 20-11-23
So Takented
It’s easy to see that you’re very talented. You have too much depth for less than two hours worth of story. Please write a book. I’m sure it would be very successful. This was gripping.
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- Ms. Dee
- 12-11-23
Very Insightful and Relatable
I loved it so much I felt like she was telling my story. Hopefully she shares more in the near future I would entertain them ALL.
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- Joana
- 21-08-23
A Read with Rhythm!!
I'll say this one started a bit slow, not the writing/story itself, but my enjoyment... it's very personal story so it feels very weird to write that, but I liked the parts about self-discovery a lot, it was just the writing, the verse of it, wasn't my style, but if you like rhythm and pacing, this is a really great listen!!! With this all said, it's still a four stars read!!!
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- N. Phillips
- 23-05-23
This is a love letter.
I hope that someone loves you enough to write a story like this. This made my heart sing.
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- Lisa Groomes
- 17-05-23
Great story well performed
this is a good story of love, struggle and acceptance. what I liked most was the end. the acceptance. how the character found her place and was ready to stand by the life she chose even though the struggle, her beast, was ever present.
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- Lyn
- 27-03-23
Relatable and Well Performed
I really like this, it was a great journey through the story teller’s POV. I think a lot of people can relate to it concerning their adult lives.
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