BUNDLE 1 (The 56 + Trojan Horse) £8 (+ £3.45 Postage)
BUNDLE 2 (UNMUTE +WHO CARES) £8 (+ £3.45 Postage)
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The 56
Nobody dies in football matches in fires. It doesn't happen.
At 3.40pm on 11th May 1985, a small fire broke out in the main stand at Valley Parade football ground during the last game of the season. Within four minutes, the wooden structure was ablaze. Adapted solely from over sixty real-life testimonies, this pertinent piece of documentary theatre pays homage to the supporters who lost their lives in one of the darkest days in British footballing history. The 56 examines the solidarity, strength and community in the face of overwhelming tragedy.
This edition of The 56 was published to coincide with Lung Theatre's rehearsed reading staged on the 40th anniversary of this momentous event in the history of Bradford.
Trojan Horse
A local story that hit the national press, the Trojan Horse scandal accused 'hardline' Muslim teachers and governors of plotting extremism in Birmingham schools. Adapted from the real-life testimonies of those at the heart of the UK Government's inquiry, critically acclaimed theatre-company LUNG investigates what really happened.
Originally developed with Leeds Playhouse, Amnesty International Freedom of Expression & Fringe First Award-winning production, Trojan Horse is the story of a community torn apart by racial division, 'British values' and the culture of Prevent.
Unmute: Contemporary monologues written by young people, for young people
Contemporary monologues is an arresting and essential collection of contemporary monologues written by young people, for young people.
In the wake of the pandemic the theatre company LUNG, Bristol Old Vic Theatre School and Salamander Street launched a call out for 11-18 year olds to find the next generation of socially engaged playwrights. This anthology features fresh and original young writing talent from across the UK.
Investigating mental health, sexuality, racism, culture, class, unrequited love and so much more, these remarkable voices unflinchingly tackle some of the most pressing issues young people face today.
Packed with fury, honesty and playfulness, this is a collection from a generation that won’t be silenced and will be heard.
Who Cares
In Salford alone, 34,000 children are caring for someone.Adapted from real-life testimonies, this bold and pertinent piece of documentary theatre examines our failing care system, the impact of austerity and what happens when a child becomes the parent.
Jade, Connor and Nicole all care for parents and siblings. They must juggle school and homework with caring for family members, making appointments, collecting prescriptions and running the home. Their hidden lives of caring have impacted their education, social life and health. Their testimonies are woven together, alongside those of social workers and parents, in this hard-hitting play.