11-13 Sept 2025
Kailey
Kerry Wright
Who cares for you when your parent is in prison?
- BSL interpreted
- Audio described
- Wheelchair user access
Kailey is a bold comedy-drama about an 18-year-old navigating life alone while her mum’s in prison. A funny, and unflinching look at society’s forgotten youth.
Kailey’s mum’s been sent to prison, and she needs to grow up – fast. She’s just turned eighteen; first job, her own place, big nights out. This might just be freedom after all. But when you’re young and your parent is taken away, who do you turn to when things get a little too messy?
Inspired by writer Kerry Wright’s own lived experience, Kailey is a bold new play that shines a light on society’s forgotten young people. Funny and searingly honest, Kailey doesn’t ask for sympathy; it demands you look closer.
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Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair spaces and essential companion tickets are available for this event.
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Audio Described - Sat 13 Sept
This event will have audio description on Saturday 13 September.
Audio description is provided through Sennheiser Connect – a mobile app that provides access to hearing loop and audio description services using personal or venue-provided devices.
Mobile phones with the app pre-installed are available at the venue ticket office, and neck-worn induction loops are offered for hearing aid users with a “T” telecoil setting.
BSL Interpreted - Sat 13 Sept
The matinee performance on Saturday 13 September will have an on stage BSL interpreter.
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