An exploration of life, loss and a single question: Where does true inspiration come from?

Composer Philip Glass and performer-director Phelim McDermott (Improbable) have worked together on acclaimed opera productions in London, New York and beyond, and Tao of Glass is their most personal collaboration yet.
Inspired by a dream, this world premiere marries ten meditations on life, death and Taoist wisdom with ten brand new pieces of music from Glass, presented by McDermott with an ensemble of musicians and puppeteers. Part-concert, part-performance, Tao of Glass is a storytelling tapestry, soundtracked by Glass’s mesmerising music and shot through with Improbable’s trademark theatricality.

★★★★★
'Every so often your eyes will fill with tears, for there is only so much that the human heart can hold within it'
The Guardian

★★★★★
'An exploration of the mystery of artistic creation that's marvellously entertaining and deeply touching'
The Times

★★★★★
'A truly magical journey'
WhatsOnStage

Age recommendation is 12+