£1 Thursdays
A dramedy that is as boppy as it is hard-hitting, "£1 Thursdays" is an upbeat four-hander that will throw you back to the days of #DavidGuetta yore🎶 We follow #besties Jen & Stacey as they navigate the club scene on a tight budget, aiming to save money for their dream of attending uni in Newcastle. However, amidst the laughter & #choonz, unforeseen challenges threaten to divert them from their mission… 🎭
👯🏻♂️The Relatable: Kat Rose-Martin's script will no doubt resonate with '90s kids as it charts Jen & Stacey's nightly club toilet convos. The constant subject? Who they’re pulling tonight, obvs. Beyond the banter, their relationship holds beauty & power, particularly as Stacey leans on Jen for comfort due to her challenging home life. We dig the cheekily cheesy gal pal moments: donning “Sexy Chick x Sexy Check” T-shirts after an STI test = iconic…
🪩The Mystical: Creative storytelling captivates while cleverly breaking the fourth wall. In a standout moment, while Jen, ahem, enhances her cleavage, Stacey engages the audience with a 'drumroll please' sign, building anticipation for the LOL reveal. We adore the duo’s impeccable comedic timing…
👛The Unexpected: £1 Thursdays offers a realistic portrayal of modern English classism, highlighting challenges for working-class young women. As Jen & Stacey navigate the clubbing scene, they grapple with obstacles that threaten their #uni dreams. The script also tackles broader issues, such as slut-shaming, socioeconomic stigma & the exorbitant cost of education (#preach 🙌🏾)…
In all, “£1 Thursdays” invites us to walk a mile in Northern everywoman’s (very high-heeled) shoes👠 The witty script & creative direction bring a beautiful levity to the piece whilst shedding light on too often-overlooked realities. 4/5⭐
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