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2001

Clubland

Written by Roy Williams OBE FRSL

Play Details

Context

Artistic Director
Ian Rickson

Dates Performed

Friday 15th June 2001
Jerwood Theatre Upstairs

Play Details

Synopsis

Kenny and Ben, two disillusioned young men, navigate the harsh realities of life in Roy Williams’ gripping and intense play “Clubland.” Set in a variety of locales including a nightclub, a backyard, and a flat, the narrative explores their turbulent friendship and the toxic environment they inhabit. As they drift through the nightlife of London, their encounters with women, their interactions with friends like Ade, and their confrontations with personal demons reveal a raw and unfiltered glimpse into their world.

The play delves into themes of masculinity, racism, and the quest for identity. It is a drama with elements of dark comedy and social realism, structured in a linear narrative that starkly portrays the struggles and conflicts of these young men. The settings, from the pulsating nightclub to the confrontational domestic scenes, serve as a backdrop to the unfolding tensions and emotional turmoil.

Director(s)

Indhu Rubasingham

Cast & Creative

Cast

Deobia Oparei

Cast

Marc Warren

Cast

Rashan Stone

Cast

Cavan Clerkin

Cast

Nathasha Gordon

Designer

Simon Higlett

Lighting

Mark Jonathon

Sound

Paul Arditti

Assistant Director

Emma Wolukau-Wanambwa

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