Meet Jay: 17, swaggering, sharp-witted, on the edge of adulthood.
And about to get some unexpected news.
BOYHOOD is an explosive new play following a young Londoner navigating mates, masculinity… and unplanned fatherhood. Set to a pulsing live soundtrack from award-winning hip-hop theatre maker Conrad Murray. BOYHOOD is an unfiltered rollercoaster of grief, loyalty, and growing up fast.
A raw, spirited and lyrical coming-of-age story, from new writing talent Conor Hunt developed with local young people.
Two actors and a live hip-hop score bring Jay’s story vividly to life in a brand-new production by Attic Theatre Company.
Written by Conor Hunt | Music by Conrad Murray | Directed by Tom Bellerby
Post-show Q&A with the creative team on Wednesday 21st October
Boyhood is an unfiltered rollercoaster through grief, loyalty, friendship and working out what growing up actually means. From park swings and pints to playgrounds and parenthood, this new play from Conor Hunt is funny, brutally honest and heartbreakingly lyrical.
Boyhood was developed with young men across South London.
Merton is our home, and we’re passionate about ensuring our local audiences can experience live theatre right on their doorstep. If you can’t make the full production in Islington, join us for an ‘Unplugged’ version at the following local venues:
To keep these performances accessible to everyone in our community, both ‘Unplugged’ events are Pay What You Like. We will be welcoming donations at the end of each performance.
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