Only Bones: Daniel Nodder

With only one light, one metre square of performance space and their jelly-like body, award-winning Kiwi dancer-turned-clown Daniel Nodder creates an entire universe of ridiculous creatures, sounds and stories from almost nothing.

Only Bones – Daniel Nodder is the eleventh iteration of a series of shows grouped together under The Only Bones Project. Created by renowned circus and physical performer Thom Monckton, each version must adhere to a simple set of rules: one light, no text, no set, no props, no narrative and all within one square metre.

Winner Outstanding Solo Performance NZ Fringe 2023, Winner Dance / Physical Theatre Award and Outstanding Performance Award Dunedin Fringe 2025, Winner Outside the Box Award San Diego Fringe 2024.