Sherman Theatre and Hijinx

Housemates

Made at Sherman Theatre

Written by Tim Green

Directed by Joe Murphy and Ben Pettitt-Wade

Overview

27 Mar - 4 Apr 2025
12.00am - 12.00am

Pricing

Various

Further details

  • Language: English
Important Information

This production contains use of outdated terms for disabled people, ableism, strong language and descriptions of abuse.

The acclaimed rock’n’roll re-telling of a remarkable Cardiff story goes on tour.

In the 1970s, just a few metres from the Sherman’s doors, a revolution started. It was a revolution that rocked the world. It began when Alan, a young man born with Down’s syndrome, crashed into the life of Cardiff University student Jim. Alan had lived as a resident in Ely Hospital since childhood. All Alan wanted was to live in a house and be in a band. Jim wanted to make a difference in the world, but didn’t know how. Together with their friends, they embarked on an experiment that transformed how things were done, how people were treated and who got to tell you how to live. This was the beginning of the end of institutionalised care and the birth of Supported Living.

Wonderfully warm, funny and deeply moving, Housemates by Tim Green brings this remarkable true Cardiff story to life on stage. Performed by a cast of neurodivergent and neurotypical actor-musicians, Housemates packs a punch and touches the heart. Join the Housemates this spring for a great night out.

Housemates will tour to Aberystwyth Arts Centre and Torch Theatre, Milford Haven.

Aberystwyth Arts Centre: 27 – 29 Mar 2025
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All performances have captions
27 March: audio-described performance delivered by Ioan Gwyn
29 March: BSL performance – BSL Interpreter Tony Evans in position at stage left

Torch Theatre, Milford Haven: 2 – 4 Apr 2025
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All performances have captions
3 April: BSL Performance – BSL Interpreter Tony Evans

Supported by funding from Arts Council of Wales.

Cast

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