Theatre
Beautiful Thing
- Artists
- Tobacco Factory Theatres, Mike Tweddle
Tobacco Factory Theatres’ major in-house show for autumn 2018 is a staging of Jonathan Harvey’s play, which “has charmed and delighted audiences across the world and inspired a cult film of the same name.” Artistic director Mike Tweddle directs.
Teenagers Ste and Jamie are next-door neighbours on the Thamesmead estate in South London. Jamie’s being bullied at school and Ste’s being bullied at home. One evening when it all gets too much, Ste seeks refuge at Jamie’s and something frightening and beautiful begins.
“Beautiful Thing offers a razor-sharp depiction of life and love on a post-war council estate, and a gloriously nostalgic trip back to the early nineties.
is needed now More than ever
“Coronation Street writer Jonathan Harvey is at his insightful and hilarious best in this iconic story, which shows how community can lift you out of isolation and suffering.”
The show will feature pop songs from the ‘60s and ‘90s performed live each night by TFT’s Get Singing Community Choir, who have been brought together especially for this production.
Oct 11-27, Mon-Sat 7.30pm (Tue 16 7pm (SOLD OUT)) plus 2pm matinees Thur & Sat (not Thur 11), tickets from £12. 2hrs 15mins (incl. interval). Ages
14+.
Read our interview with director Mike Tweddle here. And read our review here.
For more info, visit www.tobaccofactorytheatres.com/shows/beautiful-thing
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