By Cosh Omar
16th October - 14th November 2009
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"...tremendous fun...the play teems with irreverant insights into immigrant life." Time Out, 4 stars
"...a rollercoaster of a ride, full of unseen twists and turns, that keeps us on our toes and wildly amused." What's On Stage, 4 stars
Hassan, a second generation Turk, leads a blissful, if somewhat eccentric bachelor life in London's suburbs. The building work on his extension is progressing well despite legal threats from his reactionary neighbour, and his father's wealth ensures gainful employment does not interfere too much in a life replete with wine, women and self-imposed amnesia.
" ...the play bursts with rude life and laughter." The Guardian
That is until he wakes up one morning to the devastating realisation that something happened the night before that could have the direst consequences for him and his care-free lifestyle; something he... just can't quite remember!
"...entertaining multi-cultural hotchpotch." The Stage
Like any great farce, events come to a head as two families with very different traditions clash, and insults, accusations and several household items start to fly. Throw in a transgender houseboy, politically correct Policeman and a neighbour convinced that every hijab hides a terrorist, and things can only go from bad to worse...
" ...not a dry seat in the house" Xeher
Directing the show will be Theatre Royal Stratford East's artistic director Kerry Michael, joined by the creative team of designer Yannis Thavoris; assistant director Matthew Blacklock; lighting designer Prema Mehta and sound designer Theo Holloway.
Joining the cast will be Dimitri Andreas, Faraz Ayub, Carol Been, Ben Bennett, Jack Chissick, Amerjit Deu, Akin Gazi, Raj Ghatak, Jacob Krichefski, Cosh Omar, Sharona Sassoon and Ruby Visaria.
Accessible Performances
Sign Interpreted Performance
Thursday 29th October - 7.30pm
Audio Described Performance
Wednesday 28th October 2009 - 7:30pm
There will also be a TOUCH TOUR an hour and a half before the Audio Described performance. The Touch Tour offers visually impaired audiences the chance to visit the set, feel the props, touch the actors' costumes. The touch tour is free but booking is essential. Please ring Angela on 0208 279 1118 or send an email to afrost@stratfordeast.com
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Tickets
16th, 17th &18th Oct - £8
Tues - Fri (+ Sat Matinee) - £12, £16 (concs £8, £12)
Sat Evenings - £14, £20 (concs £10, £14)
Post-show discussion:
Tue 3 November
Running time is approximately 125 mins, including interval.
Please note that the performance contains swearing, and may not be suitable for those under the age of 14.
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