Be sure to catch the latest play by playwright Zodwa Nyoni – The Darkest Part of the Night – a heartfelt family drama with roots set in 1980s Leeds.
Why Watch The Darkest Part of the Night
Why Watch The Darkest Part of the Night
As you watch this powerful production of The Darkest Part of the Night, you’ll delve into the turbulent and painful past of Shirley and Dwight, siblings who grew up in Chapeltown Leeds in the 1980s. While they had to put up with rampant racism, police violence, and poverty – it wasn’t just their environment that made life difficult. Dwight was learning what it really meant to be an autistic Black man in the world and Shirley struggled to balance unrealistic expectations at home, school, and everywhere else. Every day was a fight for survival. Now, back home at the funeral of their mother, the siblings have to face their memories together if they want to overcome their past and try to move on. Written by Zodwa Nyoni, directed by Nancy Medina, and with a brilliant cast and crew behind this heartfelt drama – this is theatre that shows us how to move past a fractured past and relationships and the true meaning of love. Attend the debut of The Darkest Part of the Night, which has a limited run at Kiln Theatre between 14 July and 13 Aug 2022.
Great For
Black Theatre Enthusiasts | Contemporary Theatre Lovers | Social Commentary Fans
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Show Details
Genre: Drama
Duration: To be confirmed
Audience: 12+
No. of Shows a Week: ~6
Opening Date: 14 July 2022
Closing Date: 13 Aug 2022
Theatre Name: Kiln Theatre
Theatre Facilities: In-house Bar, Cafe, Accessible Performances, Washrooms, Assistance Dogs Welcome
Dress Code: Smart casual
Cast
Brianna Douglas as Young Shirley
Nadia Williams as Shirley/Josephine
Lee Phillips as Dwight
Andrew French as Calvin/Leroy
Creatives
Playwright
Director
Nancy Medina
Sound Designer
Elena Peña
Stage Designer
Jean Chan
Lighting Designer
Guy Hoare
Additional Tips
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Note: this performance contains references to police brutality and difficult themes surrounding the death of a parent, racial discrimination, police brutality, poverty, structural oppression, ableism, and detailed medical talk.
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There is a Post Show Q&A on 26 July at 7:30pm, a Captioned Performance on 1 Aug at 7:30pm, an Audio Described Performance on 4 Aug at 7:30pm, and a Relaxed Performance on 6 Aug at 2:30pm.
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The ticket can be presented digitally at the entrance on the day of your visit.
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Please note most of the theatres do not allow entry post the show start time and we recommend you to reach the venue 10-15 minutes early.
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