HIGH TIMES & DIRTY MONSTERS
Thursday 23, Friday 24 & Saturday 25 November 2023
Funny, raw and surprising stories on being young & disabled in 2023.
The voice of young disabled people often goes unheard.
But not anymore – this raucous, radical, celebratory, and hard-hitting hip-hop gig theatre show shares the good times and the not so good times of being young and disabled in 2023.
Funny, raw and surprising stories told by an amazing collective of actors, beatboxers, rappers, and dancers. With creative captioning, integrated sign language and integrated audio description. Expect heavy beats, stunning visuals and full hearts.
Don’t take our word for it – watch this video to hear direct from our audiences exactly why you should see the show!
You can also hear about the show from our writer and director, Keith Saha, being interviewed on Vandal Factory’s podcast.
CONTENT WARNING:
The show is full of jokes, empowerment and feel-good moments but also explores challenging themes around ableism, homelessness, substance misuse, financial difficulties and emotional trauma. Contains strong language and gig-level music. Resources will be available. Age guidance 14+.
High Times & Dirty Monster’s FIVE-STAR review in THEATRE & TONIC
Co-produced by 20 Stories High, Graeae Theatre Company, Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse and LEEDS 2023. Supported by Arts Council England, Paul Hamlyn Foundation, The Coutts Foundation, Backstage Trust, Liverpool City Council, and Arts Council England Project Grant.
POST-SHOW PARTY
Saturday 25 November
Following one of the shows, we’ll host our infamous post-show party!
For young people who have seen the show – to share stories, music and dance to your favourite beats! Young people aged 14-30 are invited to perform – poetry, singing, beatboxing… anything goes! Sign up required to perform.
Please email us to sign up – otherwise just join us in the bar straight after the show to come along!
CURTAIN RAISER
Saturday 25 November
On Saturday 25 November, you’ll get to see the curtain raiser, as the Graeae Young Company performs a new, unique piece in response to the show, live on stage before High Times & Dirty Monsters. For one night only… do not miss out!