A play for young people tackling homophobic bullying in schools

FIT is a bold and groundbreaking new play for young people written and directed by acclaimed writer/director Rikki Beadle-Blair.

It has been developed to address the growing problem of homophobic bullying in Britain's schools and was especially created for Key Stage 3 students (Year 7-9), specifically complementing various learning objectives from the National Curriculum, particularly PHSE and Citizenship.

FIT is about attempting to fit in and trying to stand out in a culture where everything from not liking sport to wearing the wrong trainers is 'gay'.

Snappy dialogue and pacy writing combine with energetic hip-hop dance, original music and sparky comedy to make FIT an unforgettable piece of theatre.

FIT enjoyed a hugely successful run during 2007 and 2008, where 20,000 young people in over 75 schools across the UK saw the play.

The play is accompanied by a workshop and a talk with the audience, led by Rikki Beadle-Blair himself, which will allow the themes and stories presented in the play to be discussed and explored in a practical and interactive manner. There is also a full teachers' resource pack (PDF) to support further exploration of the issues raised in PHSE and drama lessons.

If you would like to receive further information, please contact Howard Meaden, Theatre Manager, on 020 7307 5060 or contact@drillhall.co.uk.

Produced by

in association with Team Angelica

Original production commisioned by
The Drill Hall

Kindly supported by

2007 photos: Jonathan Keenan