Decades: At Home: 1970s/1980s/2000s

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Decades: Stories from the City 
 

Six characters, six new plays, six directors, six compelling stories from the heart of Yorkshire.   

Commissioned to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Leeds Playhouse, from writers with strong links to the theatre, these new monologues feature characters firmly rooted in the North telling stories set in each of the decades.  

Powerful and insightful with biting Yorkshire wit, these are tales that reflect the spirit of the people, the city and the region, showing us who we are and how our lives have been shaped by the place we call home. 

Decades: Stories from the City will be an unmissable event that can be enjoyed live in the Courtyard Theatre at the Playhouse or online At Home. 

Decades: 1970s / 1980s / 2000s 

The Bodyguard 
by Simon Armitage
directed by James Brining 

“We’ve got a new Prime Minister.  She’s got big blonde hair that lifts up at the front like a curl of butter on the blade of a knife.” 

It’s 1979 and the air is thick with fear. 13 year old Wilf can’t stop listening to the news; it’s filled with reports of murder.  He’d rather stay home, but his Dad says he has to go and meet his Mum off the bus.  He ties his Docs up really tight so he won’t trip while he’s running down the lane and sings Anarchy in the UK under his breath.  So Jack doesn’t hear. 

Nicer than Orange Squash 
by Alice Nutter
directed by Evie Manning 

“Gaz says the government only give people dole to stop ‘em from rioting.” 

Loz has just moved to the big city from a small town, she’s trying to find herself, carve out a new identity as a woman, as a punk, as a radical. And her perfect new boyfriend might not be all he seems. 

The Unknown 
by Leanna Benjamin
directed by Amanda Huxtable 

“Majestyk is going to be rammed. Yeah, I know I’m too old for clubbing.” 

Since moving to Leeds, Sophia has had to adapt, in more ways than one. Now, as the new millennium arrives, she has to confront what the future holds and find a new way forward with her family. 

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Everyone will get the same view of the show regardless of the ticket they buy, however we’d like to ask you to consider paying what you normally would for a night out at the theatre. 

If you’re watching together with family or friends, perhaps you might even consider buying a couple of tickets or making a donation when booking or after the show. 

Please note ticket sales close on 5 June at 7pm
 

Decades: At Home will be available to watch from Monday 24 May. You will have access for 48hrs after the date and time of the showing you have booked for. Within that period, you can watch the show when you like, and as many times as you like. 

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