THE CHANGING Room by Chris Bush is the latest production
from the talented Young People’s Theatre. This is one of the ten plays which has
been commissioned especially for young people as part of the National Theatre
Connections Festival.
Set in a swimming pool, we follow 10 teenagers as we share
their worries, excitement and desires as they discover the changes occurring in
their lives. The cast made up of Silvie Boyle, Beth Crinnion, Alice Cullen, Phoebe
De’Ath, Imogen Henderson, Anna Sabin, Madeline Secker, Jorja Smith, Isabella
Warburton and Alistair Wilson, begin all dressed in black and take us on their
journey of change as one. They unite as a body warming into their roles, at the
same time as we, as an audience, change our mindset back into those teenage
years. Through monologues, small scenes, physical theatre and song their
stories are told. Much is used of numerous metaphors during their journey until
they break out with different coloured tops highlighting their individuality.
This is a well-directed, Pamela Birieson, production with a hard-working
cast. Set design by Ian Willis allows swift movement of the cast and creates
the feeling of the swimming pool.
Finally, yes, that is the most annoying song I have ever
heard! Are we nearly there yet? These teenagers are just that little bit closer,
and wiser, on their journey!
Running until Saturday 22nd February 2020 @19:30 - running time 45 minutes
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