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After successful sold-out shows at the Royal Court Theatre and New Diorama Theatre, the award-winning "For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy" is coming to the stage of the Apollo Theatre for a limited six-week run. Grab front-row seats to this stirring spectacle!

why watch for black boys…

For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy is an award-winning musical written by Brian Richard Brooks that addresses issues faced by Black boys and men, including mental health, the effects of systemic racism, and the pressure to conform to societal norms and expectations. The musical aims to shed light on these important topics and start a conversation about the challenges faced by Black men, while also offering a message of hope and resilience. It's an inspiring journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth, as the characters navigate their lives and come to terms with their experiences in a group therapy session. A moving and electric theatrical masterpiece that is sure to have a lasting impact on whoever watches it.

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Drama Fans | Poetry Lovers

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Show Details

Genre: Musical

Duration: To be confirmed

Audience: 15+

No. of Shows a Week: ~8

Opening Date: 25 March 2023

Closing Date: 7 May 2023

Theatre Name: Apollo Theatre

Theatre Facilities: Accessible Toilets, Bar, Cloakroom

Dress Code: Smart casual

Cast & Crew

Leading Roles

Nnabiko Ejimofor (Jitney) as Jet, Darragh Hand (Silent Witness BBC) as Sable, Aruna Jalloh (Much Ado About Nothing) as Obsidian, Kaine Lawrence (Man Enough) as Midnight, Emmanuel Akwafo (Jack and The Beanstalk) as Pitch and Mark Akintimehin (Romeo and Juliet) as Onyx.

Director

Ryan Calais Cameron

Additional Tips

  • Keep in mind, the theater is air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly. Bring along a light jacket if needed.

  • Children (under 16’s) must be accompanied by an adult after 7pm.

  • This production contains adult content. Please note, real flames may be used in this production.

  • This is a general admission show. You are purchasing tickets within a certain area of the tent, but not specific marked places.

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  • We have booked your slot and your seats are confirmed.

  • You will be contacted by the theatre 48 hours before the performance with instructions on how to check-in and retrieve your e-ticket.

  • This delivery method is a part of the theatre's COVID-19 Secure measures and allows staggered arrival times to be advised on your ticket should this be considered necessary.

  • If you do not receive your e-tickets, please contact 0330 333 4815 or boxoffice@nimaxtheatres.com.

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