Chalk Line Theatre presents
The Chaos That Has Been and Will No Doubt Return
Written and Co-directed by SAM EDMUNDS
Co-directed by VIKESH GODHWANI
“If this town gave out a collective breath of exhaustion, buildings would shake across the whole of England.”
Two best mates. One HUGE party. Luton pinned by austerity. An evening of noughties bangers and shots of shitty gin mixed with the chaos of violence. A night to remember!
Following a sold out Edinburgh Fringe run, Chalk Line, presents The Chaos That Has Been and Will No Doubt Return.
Set over one chaotic night, the play follows two best friends as they chase the highs of youth against a backdrop of systemic neglect. Painting a tapestry of violence and joy, it is a raw, real-time collision of friendship and survival. Told with biting wit and lyrical intensity, this production is a powerful exploration of class and identity, with a cracking house party that pulses round the corner.
Winner – Best New Writing – Fest & Skinny Magazine 2024
★★★★★ 'Unfolds like an urban epic'. FEST MAGAZINE
★★★★★ 'A Masterclass in storytelling'. THEATRE WEEKLY
★★★★ 'Brims with boisterousness'. THE GUARDIAN
★★★★ 'Exhilarating'. WHAT'S ON STAGE
★★★★ 'Anti-lyrical Under Milkwood'. THE STAGE
Education/Youth Group Bookings encouraged with the opportunity to arrange a FREE Workshop
Group bookers would include the option to arrange a FREE forum theatre style workshop delivered at your school/youth group after they have attended the show. Young people would benefit from watching the show and attending the workshop, delving deeper into the themes explored in the play.
The workshops will use stimulus from the play to re-imagine the character's actions and explore themes such as transitioning into adulthood, anger and violence. As well as a lead practitioner, the workshop will also have a drama therapist present in case the students want to discuss sensitive topics. The workshops are catered to groups of 20-30 students who are 13+ and have attended the show. Workshops last approx 2 hours.
Find out more about the Workshops in the documents below.
To find out more and arrange a FREE workshop for young people who have watched the show please email Vikesh Godhwani at chalklinetheatre@gmail.com
