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Bijan Sheibani has both written and directed THE CORD which is a reference to matters umbilical and a fascinating exploration of the mental and emotional impact which a mother's experience during and after giving birth, can have on her. It also looks at those nearest family members caught-up in any complications, damage to the bonding process and how such matters may impact the child in later life when they are grown and having children of their own.

The company in 'The Cord' at Bush Theatre. Photo Manuel Harlan

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On a stage which is pre-set to look like the backstage of any modern theatre, complete with lowered lighting-rig and blacked-out floors, the current production playing at the Lyttelton space, begins very much as it ends. During the intervening hours however, and despite the minimal set, the stage is a very busy place indeed, reflective of the Dickensian period’s hustle and bustle and especially the districts and people who live closest to the river.

Brandon Grace (Charley Hexam), Ellie-May Sheridan (Jenny Wren) and Scott Karim (Bradley Headstone) in London Tide at the National Theatre. © Marc Brenner.

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