The IT

By Vivienne Franzmann

A teenage girl has something growing inside her. She doesn't know what it is, but she knows it's not a baby. It expands. It has claws. Eventually it takes over the entirety of her body.

No one must know about it. She has to keep its presence, its possession of her, concealed. She pulls away from her friends. She refuses to speak, in case 'The IT' is heard. But she can't contain it forever. Sooner or later something's got to give...

Presented in the style of a direct-address documentary, Vivienne Franzmann's The IT is a darkly comic state-of-the-nation play exploring adolescent mental health and the rage within.

Presented by ACT Youth Theatre

Directed by Alice Elliott

Beryl & Clive, Sing or Die (Their Musical)

Beryl & Clive, Sing or Die (Their Musical) is a comedy about relationships, believing in yourself & the determination it takes to follow your creative dreams, especially when you might not fit in with modern conventions!

Step into the vibrant world of Beryl & Clive, who are rewriting the rulebook with their offbeat antics and unwavering commitment to following their creative dreams. This quirky couple's quest for self-discovery and mutual understanding forms the heartwarming backdrop for a hilarious tale that delves deep into relationships, the empowering force of self-belief, and the transformative magic of embracing your true self.

“Not just funny, hilarious..." (James Pearson Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club)

This play blends clown, music, and dance to create a hilarious and uplifting story told by a talented cast of artists, and partnering with top- notch mentors, like James Pearson (Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club), Petra Massey (Spymonkey, BBC2) and Caroline Mummery (Royal Ballet School),
Beryl & Clive’ stands as a testament to the magic of collaborative creativity and the profound impact of storytelling.