Come listen to a story ’bout a man name Jed,
Found it really hard to keep a roof over his head
Then one day he escaped from being poor
When the lottery machine, spat out six of his balls
Jed, Lisa, Elly May and mother-in-law Renie aren’t used to being rich. They were always rich in spirit and all that but now they’re proper rich. Like big house in Formby rich.
Jed has got the rags to riches gang together and loaded up the van, it’s time to get out of Netherley and into something more befitting of a family with serious wedge. It’s goodbye to a brick outhouse and hello to a beautifully appointed gatehouse. The only problem is that the riches to rags neighbours aren’t so keen…
Barbara Phillips has struck oil with a brilliant new comedy about what happens when life-changing money lands in your lap. The grass might be greener but the gardener is terribly expensive.
This is a show that will have you laughing from skinted to minted so strap your rocking chair to the roof of the car and get down to The Court!
Age advisory 14+ some strong language
Confirmed cast: Reiss Barber, Paul Duckworth, Charlie De ‘Ath, Vicky Entwistle, Lynn Francis, Jasmine Herrington and Sarah White
Written by Barbara Phillips, Directed by Deborah Yhip, Designed by Alfie Heywood, Lighting Design Doug KuhrtSound, Design Kate HarveyAV, Design Jamie Jenkin
A theatre performance in North Liverpool about English people seeking asylum is looking to change the narrative surrounding refugees.
Afloat, which will be performed at Liverpool Lighthouse in Anfield on 21st and 22nd June, will ask audiences to imagine what it would be like to be born into a country where their safety was at risk, as they follow two English citizens fighting for their lives as the dream to make ‘Britain Great’ turns into a living nightmare
The unique show brings to the stage powerful real-life stories of asylum seekers, inviting the audience to step into their shoes and confront the daily struggles and challenges faced with every step. By experiencing their journey firsthand, the show aims to foster a deeper sense of empathy and compassion for those navigating the asylum process.
Fundraiser: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/Afloattheatrefundraiser
Tuckshop Dance Theatre presents Our Secret Garden in Birkenhead Par
Join the team for a magical evening at Birkenhead Park! Tuckshop Dance Theatre is excited to present Our Secret Garden, an enchanting performance that will transport you to a world of wonder and delight. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature as our talented dancers bring this beloved story to life.
Grab your friends and family for a performance experience you won’t forget! This show is for children, families and people that love watching dance, physical theatre and aerial dance.
Location of performance – The back of the visitor’s centre
Centenary Theatre Company is proud to present Andrew Lloyd Weber’s blockbuster musical The Phantom of the Opera.
This world-famous show opened in London in 1986 and became the longest running show in Broadway history. It has been seen by 140 million people in 183 countries and now it’s live on stage at the Brindley.
The dark love story of Christine Daaé, who becomes the obsession of a masked musical genius living beneath the Paris Opera House features some of musical theatre’s most instantly recognisable songs including Angel of Music, All I Ask of You and The Musical of the Night.
Suitable for 11 years plus, due to some graphic scenes.
An anthology stage show based on a selection of great tales of terror by Bram Stoker, Sax Rohmer and M.R. James. Authentically gripping dramatic storytelling performed and scripted by award-winning actor Jonathan Goodwin.
Presented by Don’t Go Into The Cellar! the UK’s finest practitioners of theatrical Victoriana in a macabre vein.
The award-winning actor Jonathan Goodwin writes and performs this original show that explores the literary origins of Steampunk, with dramatic retellings of the finest classic Victorian science fiction, including tales by Arthur Conan Doyle and H.G. Wells.
Presented by Don’t Go Into The Cellar! the UK’s finest practitioners of theatrical Victoriana in a macabre vein.
4AM Productions bring a dark and powerful thriller to you in 2024. Lives are turned upside down in this gripping story that focuses on racial discrimination,police brutality,prison life and the British justice system.
On a seemingly ordinary Friday evening in 1997, Vanessa Campbell is back in her native city of Liverpool celebrating the release of their first book of poems which has been a massive success. But the unthinkable happens when she is brutally murdered.
All paths lead to Dinesh Sharma, a medical student of Indianheritage who was there that night. Sefor Amimbola, his lawyer struggles to know for sure what has happened, the question on everyone’s mind, is this racial injustice or a cold blooded killer?
The truth isn’t always so obvious.
CONTENT WARNING: Contains themes of racism, racist language, sexist language, portrayal of physical violence, themes of death and grief.
Written by Sab Muthusamy & Rachel Louise Clark
Directed by Sab Muthusamy, Rachel Louise Clark & George Fragakis.
4AM Productions proudly present their first ever all female show: Give Me A Break!
Give Me a Break is a devised comedy about four women in a thankless job, waitressing for a wage that doesn’t meet their needs and dealing with idiocy and disrespect from customers and managers alike. Constance is a long-term server dreaming of her old passions; Erika is a budding musician discovering herself anew; Alice is a newbie trying to rebuild from trauma; and Jazz is an activist struggling to uphold her principles without alienating those around her. Through their conversations and conflicts, we’ll learn more about what brought each of them to this point in their lives, why they put up with everything they put up with and whether they will ever get that break they’re all waiting for.
Have you ever been walking down the street, minding your own business, when you suddenly remember that the patriarchy is still in place and become overwhelmed with righteous fury? Join us for an evening. Laugh, cry and rage against the system as we explore the experiences of four women managing the expectations of the modern world, as created and performed by themselves.
Devised by Rafaela, Nichola Chan, Jasmine Oates and Hannah Kidman
Directed by Luke Bennet
The Importance of Being… Earnest? at St Helens Theatre Royal.
Written by Joshua King, Simon Paris and Say It Again, Sorry?
Straight from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and one not to miss!
Starting from Wed 22 May, 20 Stories High will be offering free advice sessions for creatives!
Are you a local creative in need of advice?
Introducing – Creative Community Drop In! Industry Advice. Good Food. Open Mic.
Taking place every 3 months, you can book a one-to-one session with our team of artists, producers, marketers, youth workers, access workers, administrators for specific advice to suit your needs.
Advice sessions are available to book between 1 – 5:30pm, followed by free food 5:30-6:30pm and an open mic, 7-8pm.
Meet the team & find out what they can advise you on – https://bit.ly/CC-DropIn
For more info or to chat through access requirements, email Jess on creativecommunity@20storieshigh.org.uk.
