Tathata Theatre’s The Sobcentre, written by Guy Woods and directed by Benedict Crosby will open at Brockley Jack Theatre.
Jon wakes up with a severe head injury, no memory of who he is, or where on earth he’s ended up.
In a bizarre new-wave clinic named The Sobcentre he listens to the strange stories of the sad people who live there attempting to understand their lives – or is he just trying to feel better about himself?
With an energetic original live soundtrack, this fast-paced black comedy whirls through a surreal world of selfishness, exploitation and hope to find out what sadness can REALLY be worth. Expect laughs, movement, and an original rhythmic soundscape.
“I want to care. I just don’t have much room right now.”
Originally hailing from Bristol, TATHATA THEATRE are a new company with a dynamic, energetic and unflinching performance style, with lots to say. The SOBCENTRE is their first show, developed with support from Arts Council England, The Island Bristol and Pleasance Theatre. Company members have been involved in shows at venues including Bristol Old Vic, The New Vic, Manchester Royal Exchange, The Tron Theatre, The Tobacco Factory Theatre The Wardrobe Theatre and The Room Above.
Writer Guy Woods is a playwright and screenwriter based in Glasgow, and artistic director of Tathata Theatre. He has just been announced as Writer in Residence at National Theatre Scotland. His work has been performed at the Tron Theatre (2023), Acting Coach Scotland (2023) and Tobacco Factory Theatre (2018). He has been shortlisted for the Alpine Fellowship Award and studied Playwriting and Screenwriting MLitt at St. Andrews University.
Director Benedict Crosby has worked in film and TV on a range of production over the past 3 years as an Assistant Director including House of the Dragon, Barbie, Saltburn, Napoleon & Maestro. He was the recipient of the Vice-Chancellors Scholarship for Drama at the University of Bristol
The cast features; Jon – Kate Crisp, Cathy – Amelia Paltridge, Desmond/ensemble – Alexander Holley, Melissa/ensemble – Imogen King and Musician: Josh Christopher.
The Sobcentre is at Brockley Jack Theatre 27 February – 2 March 2024
